Sousse (TNSUS) — marine weather & port guide
Sousse is a port in Tunisia at 35°50.0′N 10°39.0′E. Today (Aug 3): SSE wind 9–12 kn, waves 0.5–0.6 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 | 35°50.0′N 10°39.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | TNSUS |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 6 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Tunis |
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10-day marine forecast — Sousse
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 9–12 kn | 15 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| SSE 9–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| S 6–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| NW 10–17 kn | 22 kn | 0.5–0.9 m |
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| NNW 13–15 kn | 19 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| NW 12–13 kn | 16 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| N 8–11 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| NNE 11–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.4–0.4 m |
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| NNE 10–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| NNE 10–10 kn | 14 kn | 0.4–0.4 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Sousse right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: SSE wind 9–12 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 Sousse?
Sousse is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Sousse?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 6 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.