Loop Terminal (USLO9) — marine weather & port guide
Loop Terminal is a port in United States at 28°53.0′N 90°1.0′W. Today (Aug 3): NNW wind 1–5 kn, waves 0.6–0.8 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 | 28°53.0′N 90°1.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | USLO9 |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 23 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Chicago |
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10-day marine forecast — Loop Terminal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 1–5 kn | 13 kn | 0.6–0.8 m |
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| WSW 3–5 kn | 11 kn | 0.3–0.6 m |
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| WNW 1–5 kn | 9 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| S 1–6 kn | 12 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| SSE 1–6 kn | 9 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| ESE 2–7 kn | 8 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| S 1–4 kn | 4 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| SE 2–2 kn | 5 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| WNW 2–2 kn | 7 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| SSW 1–1 kn | 7 kn | 0.5–0.5 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 Loop Terminal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: NNW wind 1–5 kn, waves 0.6–0.8 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 Loop Terminal?
Loop Terminal is classed as a large harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Loop Terminal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 23 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.