Panama City marine weather forecast
Panama City (USPFN) is a port in United States at 30°8.0′N 85°39.0′W. Today (Nov 2): ENE wind 8–14 kn, waves 0.2–0.4 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 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 | 30°8.0′N 85°39.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | USPFN |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | None |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 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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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Panama City
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ENE 8–14 kn | 28 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| E 10–12 kn | 23 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| SE 7–13 kn | 22 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| SSE 3–5 kn | 12 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| W 3–6 kn | 9 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| NW 4–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| NNW 5–7 kn | 9 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| NNE 9–9 kn | 16 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| NE 7–7 kn | 13 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| NE 5–5 kn | 9 kn | 0.1–0.1 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 14 kn on Nov 2. The highest modeled significant wave height is 0.6 m on Nov 4. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Panama City right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 12z: ENE wind 8–14 kn, waves 0.2–0.4 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 Panama City?
Panama City is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with none shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Panama City?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Panama City?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.