New York marine weather forecast
New York (USNYC) is a port in United States at 40°42.0′N 74°0.0′W. Today (Sep 17): S wind 1–8 kn, waves 0.4–0.5 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 40°42.0′N 74°0.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | USNYC |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 13 m |
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| Tide range | 2 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 and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Major (hull, machinery, electrical) |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — New York
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| S 1–8 kn | 19 kn | 0.4–0.5 m |
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| NW 3–7 kn | 15 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| NNE 2–7 kn | 15 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| SE 4–10 kn | 22 kn | 0.4–0.7 m |
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| NNE 5–10 kn | 17 kn | 0.7–1.1 m |
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| NE 7–9 kn | 11 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| ENE 8–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.7–2.1 m |
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| ENE 8–8 kn | 17 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| NE 9–9 kn | 19 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| ENE 10–10 kn | 23 kn | 2.3–2.3 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 10 kn on Sep 20. 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 New York right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 12z: S wind 1–8 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 New York?
New York is classed as a large harbor (river natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to New York?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 13 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to New York?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.