Scituate (USSCU) — marine weather & port guide
Scituate is a port in United States at 42°12.0′N 70°43.0′W. Today (Aug 3): SSW wind 21–26 kn, waves 1.9–2.4 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 | 42°12.0′N 70°43.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | USSCU |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 2 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 3 m |
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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Time zone | America/New_York |
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10-day marine forecast — Scituate
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSW 21–26 kn | 34 kn | 1.9–2.4 m |
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| W 5–24 kn | 31 kn | 1.4–2.5 m |
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| SW 5–9 kn | 11 kn | 0.9–1.1 m |
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| SW 10–14 kn | 17 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| WSW 13–16 kn | 20 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| WSW 15–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| WSW 15–19 kn | 24 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| WSW 11–11 kn | 16 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| W 15–15 kn | 26 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| NNW 12–12 kn | 16 kn | 0.8–0.8 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 Scituate right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: SSW wind 21–26 kn, waves 1.9–2.4 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 Scituate?
Scituate is classed as a very small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Scituate?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 2 m and anchorage depths run about 3 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Scituate?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.