Gulfport marine weather forecast
Gulfport (USGPT) is a port in United States at 30°21.0′N 89°5.0′W. Today (Sep 13): NW wind 4–6 kn, waves 0.3–0.3 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-13 18z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 30°21.0′N 89°5.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | USGPT |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Chicago |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Gulfport
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NW 4–6 kn | 4 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| WNW 4–5 kn | 8 kn | 0.2–0.3 m |
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| W 4–6 kn | 7 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| E 4–13 kn | 15 kn | 0.4–1.4 m |
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| ESE 4–11 kn | 15 kn | 1.0–1.5 m |
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| N 5–5 kn | 7 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| ENE 11–11 kn | 11 kn | 0.6–0.9 m |
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| NE 4–4 kn | 6 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| WNW 4–4 kn | 9 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| NW 5–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.8–0.8 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 13 kn on Sep 16. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.5 m on Sep 17. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Gulfport right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-13 18z: NW wind 4–6 kn, waves 0.3–0.3 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 Gulfport?
Gulfport is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Gulfport?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.