Point Fortin (TTPTF) — marine weather & port guide
Point Fortin is a port in Trinidad & Tobago at 10°12.0′N 61°42.0′W. Today (Aug 3): E wind 11–13 kn, waves 1.2–1.4 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 | 10°12.0′N 61°42.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | TTPTF |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 17 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Port_of_Spain |
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10-day marine forecast — Point Fortin
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| E 11–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| E 8–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| ESE 11–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| E 12–15 kn | 21 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| ENE 12–17 kn | 23 kn | 1.6–1.8 m |
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| E 13–15 kn | 18 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| E 8–14 kn | 17 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| ESE 10–10 kn | 17 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| ESE 10–10 kn | 15 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| E 12–12 kn | 15 kn | 0.9–0.9 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 Point Fortin right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: E wind 11–13 kn, waves 1.2–1.4 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 Point Fortin?
Point Fortin is classed as a very small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Point Fortin?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 17 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.