Faro (PTFAO) — marine weather & port guide
Faro is a port in Portugal at 37°1.0′N 7°56.0′W. Today (Aug 3): WNW wind 7–13 kn, waves 0.5–0.7 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 37°1.0′N 7°56.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | PTFAO |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 5 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Lisbon |
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10-day marine forecast — Faro
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WNW 7–13 kn | 16 kn | 0.5–0.7 m |
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| NW 4–11 kn | 13 kn | 0.7–0.8 m |
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| NNW 11–17 kn | 21 kn | 0.9–1.1 m |
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| NNW 18–21 kn | 27 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| NNW 16–21 kn | 27 kn | 1.2–1.8 m |
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| NNW 14–18 kn | 22 kn | 0.8–1.2 m |
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| NNW 12–13 kn | 16 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| NNW 14–14 kn | 19 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| NNW 15–15 kn | 20 kn | 1.2–1.2 m |
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| NNW 16–16 kn | 21 kn | 1.2–1.2 m |
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Forecast from the ECMWF IFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Faro right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: WNW wind 7–13 kn, waves 0.5–0.7 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Faro?
Faro is classed as a very small harbor (river natural harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Faro?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 5 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.