Kingston marine weather forecast
Kingston (USKGT) is a port in United States at 41°56.0′N 73°58.0′W. Today (Sep 17): SSW wind 5–8 kn, waves 0.4–0.5 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 41°56.0′N 73°58.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | USKGT |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 3 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/New_York |
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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 | Moderate |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Kingston
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSW 5–8 kn | 13 kn | 0.4–0.5 m |
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| NW 2–7 kn | 9 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| NNE 3–8 kn | 22 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| ESE 2–4 kn | 15 kn | 0.4–0.7 m |
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| NNE 7–9 kn | 22 kn | 0.7–1.1 m |
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| ENE 10–10 kn | 22 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| ENE 10–10 kn | 21 kn | 1.7–2.1 m |
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| NE 8–8 kn | 17 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| NNE 11–11 kn | 25 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| N 9–9 kn | 26 kn | 2.3–2.3 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 11 kn on Sep 25. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.3 m on Sep 26. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Kingston right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-17 18z: SSW wind 5–8 kn, waves 0.4–0.5 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 Kingston?
Kingston is classed as a small harbor (river natural harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Kingston?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 3 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Kingston?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.