Boosaaso (SOBSA) — marine weather & port guide
Boosaaso is a port in Somalia at 11°17.0′N 49°11.0′E. Today (Aug 3): ENE wind 4–11 kn, waves 0.9–1.0 m, 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 | 11°17.0′N 49°11.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | SOBSA |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Anchorage depth | 17 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Time zone | Africa/Mogadishu |
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10-day marine forecast — Boosaaso
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ENE 4–11 kn | 13 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| SSW 5–26 kn | 35 kn | 1.0–1.9 m |
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| SSW 9–22 kn | 31 kn | 0.8–1.7 m |
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| SSW 5–24 kn | 34 kn | 1.0–1.9 m |
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| SW 5–24 kn | 32 kn | 1.0–1.8 m |
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| SW 9–21 kn | 27 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| WSW 8–23 kn | 29 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| NW 16–16 kn | 28 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| NNW 10–10 kn | 23 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| NW 9–9 kn | 22 kn | 1.0–1.0 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Boosaaso right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ENE wind 4–11 kn, waves 0.9–1.0 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 Boosaaso?
Boosaaso is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor) in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Boosaaso?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 17 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.