Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad) (RULED) — marine weather & port guide
Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad) is a port in Russia at 59°56.0′N 30°18.0′E. Today (Aug 3): WSW wind 3–9 kn, 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 | 59°56.0′N 30°18.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | RULED |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 3 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 20 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Moscow |
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10-day marine forecast — Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad)
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 3–9 kn | 20 kn | — |
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| WSW 2–7 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| SW 1–5 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| SW 6–9 kn | 21 kn | — |
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| WSW 5–13 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| W 7–11 kn | 14 kn | — |
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| WNW 4–7 kn | 9 kn | — |
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| SSW 1–1 kn | 9 kn | — |
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| SSW 8–8 kn | 21 kn | — |
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| W 9–9 kn | 22 kn | — |
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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 Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad) right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: WSW wind 3–9 kn. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad)?
Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad) is classed as a large harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad)?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 3 m and anchorage depths run about 20 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad)?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.