Las Piedras (VELSP) — marine weather & port guide
Las Piedras is a port in Venezuela at 11°42.0′N 70°13.0′W. Today (Aug 3): E wind 17–20 kn, waves 1.2–1.5 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 | 11°42.0′N 70°13.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | VELSP |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Anchorage depth | 16 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Caracas |
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10-day marine forecast — Las Piedras
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| E 17–20 kn | 26 kn | 1.2–1.5 m |
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| ESE 19–21 kn | 27 kn | 1.5–1.6 m |
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| ESE 17–19 kn | 23 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| E 17–20 kn | 26 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| E 17–21 kn | 26 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| E 18–19 kn | 23 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| E 17–20 kn | 25 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| ESE 15–15 kn | 22 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| ESE 20–20 kn | 27 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| ESE 20–20 kn | 26 kn | 1.5–1.5 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 Las Piedras right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: E wind 17–20 kn, waves 1.2–1.5 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 Las Piedras?
Las Piedras is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Las Piedras?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 16 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.