Ras Al Mishab marine weather forecast
Ras Al Mishab (SARAM) is a port in Saudi Arabia at 28°7.0′N 48°38.0′E. Today (Nov 2): SE wind 5–14 kn, waves 0.4–0.7 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 06z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 28°7.0′N 48°38.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | SARAM |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Riyadh |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Ras Al Mishab
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SE 5–14 kn | 18 kn | 0.4–0.7 m |
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| ENE 6–10 kn | 10 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| N 3–8 kn | 11 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| SSE 13–16 kn | 19 kn | 0.2–0.9 m |
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| SW 11–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.8–1.2 m |
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| S 17–17 kn | 23 kn | 1.0–1.2 m |
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| S 15–15 kn | 23 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| E 13–13 kn | 14 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| N 20–20 kn | 20 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| N 15–15 kn | 15 kn | 1.8–1.8 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 20 kn on Nov 10. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.8 m on Nov 11. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Ras Al Mishab right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 06z: SE wind 5–14 kn, waves 0.4–0.7 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 Ras Al Mishab?
Ras Al Mishab is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Ras Al Mishab?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.