Laem Chabang marine weather forecast
Laem Chabang (THLCH) is a port in Thailand at 13°5.0′N 100°53.0′E. Today (Nov 2): SSE wind 1–3 kn, waves 0.1–0.1 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 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 | 13°5.0′N 100°53.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | THLCH |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 14 m |
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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Bangkok |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Laem Chabang
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 1–3 kn | 5 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| SSE 2–8 kn | 12 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| ESE 2–7 kn | 10 kn | 0.2–0.3 m |
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| SSW 2–5 kn | 14 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| N 2–5 kn | 8 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| ENE 2–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| NNE 6–8 kn | 11 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| NE 11–11 kn | 19 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| NE 17–17 kn | 24 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| NE 13–13 kn | 18 kn | 0.6–0.6 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 17 kn on Nov 10. The highest modeled significant wave height is 0.9 m on Nov 10. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Laem Chabang right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 12z: SSE wind 1–3 kn, waves 0.1–0.1 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 Laem Chabang?
Laem Chabang is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Laem Chabang?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 14 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.