Danube-Black Sea Canal marine weather forecast
Danube-Black Sea Canal is a port in Romania at 44°16.0′N 28°11.0′E. Today (Sep 18): ENE wind 3–8 kn, waves 0.5–0.6 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 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 | 44°16.0′N 28°11.0′E |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Lake or canal harbor |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 6 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Bucharest |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Water |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Danube-Black Sea Canal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ENE 3–8 kn | 13 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| ENE 3–6 kn | 10 kn | 0.3–0.6 m |
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| NE 3–7 kn | 10 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| SW 5–13 kn | 18 kn | 0.2–0.6 m |
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| NNE 17–21 kn | 27 kn | 0.9–1.8 m |
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| N 20–26 kn | 33 kn | 1.8–2.7 m |
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| WNW 3–20 kn | 25 kn | 1.1–2.1 m |
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| S 6–6 kn | 12 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| ENE 13–13 kn | 19 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| NE 18–18 kn | 23 kn | 1.4–1.4 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 26 kn on Sep 23. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.7 m on Sep 23. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Danube-Black Sea Canal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z: ENE wind 3–8 kn, waves 0.5–0.6 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 Danube-Black Sea Canal?
Danube-Black Sea Canal is classed as a medium harbor (lake or canal harbor), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Danube-Black Sea Canal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 6 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Danube-Black Sea Canal?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.