Ras Laffan marine weather forecast
Ras Laffan (QARLF) is a port in Qatar at 25°55.0′N 51°35.0′E. Today (Sep 18): ESE wind 2–2 kn, waves 0.2–0.2 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-18 18z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 25°55.0′N 51°35.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | QARLF |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 14 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 20 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Qatar |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Provisions |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Ras Laffan
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 2–2 kn | 2 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| ENE 3–8 kn | 9 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| ENE 6–8 kn | 8 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| ENE 2–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| NE 2–5 kn | 7 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| ENE 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| NNE 4–4 kn | 5 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| NW 10–10 kn | 15 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| N 12–12 kn | 14 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| N 8–8 kn | 10 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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Forecast from the NOAA GFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 12 kn on Sep 26. The highest modeled significant wave height is 0.6 m on Sep 25. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Ras Laffan right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-18 18z: ESE wind 2–2 kn, waves 0.2–0.2 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 Ras Laffan?
Ras Laffan is classed as a medium harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Ras Laffan?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 14 m and anchorage depths run about 20 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Ras Laffan?
Entry is affected by tidal windows. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.