Port Est marine weather forecast
Port Est is a port in Réunion at 20°56.0′S 55°19.0′E. Today (Sep 15): ESE wind 20–22 kn, waves 3.9–4.3 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 20°56.0′S 55°19.0′E |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Indian/Reunion |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Port Est
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 20–22 kn | 29 kn | 3.9–4.3 m |
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| ESE 18–20 kn | 27 kn | 3.7–4.2 m |
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| E 15–17 kn | 22 kn | 2.8–3.4 m |
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| ESE 13–14 kn | 20 kn | 2.1–2.6 m |
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| ESE 10–12 kn | 15 kn | 1.9–2.0 m |
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| ESE 14–18 kn | 22 kn | 2.0–2.4 m |
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| ESE 14–15 kn | 19 kn | 2.2–2.3 m |
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| ESE 12–12 kn | 17 kn | 1.9–1.9 m |
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| E 16–16 kn | 20 kn | 2.5–2.5 m |
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| E 15–15 kn | 25 kn | 3.1–3.1 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 22 kn on Sep 15. The highest modeled significant wave height is 4.3 m on Sep 15. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Port Est right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 12z: ESE wind 20–22 kn, waves 3.9–4.3 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 Port Est?
Port Est is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Port Est?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Port Est?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.