Puerto De Hierro (VEPHO) — marine weather & port guide
Puerto De Hierro is a port in Venezuela at 10°38.0′N 62°6.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ENE wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.2–1.4 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 | 10°38.0′N 62°6.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | VEPHO |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Anchorage depth | 6 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Caracas |
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10-day marine forecast — Puerto De Hierro
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ENE 3–6 kn | 15 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| ENE 2–5 kn | 14 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| ENE 2–6 kn | 12 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| NE 3–6 kn | 16 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| ENE 3–8 kn | 14 kn | 1.6–1.8 m |
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| NE 3–5 kn | 6 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| ENE 4–4 kn | 5 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| E 2–2 kn | 7 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| ESE 4–4 kn | 9 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| E 2–2 kn | 6 kn | 0.9–0.9 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 Puerto De Hierro right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ENE wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.2–1.4 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 Puerto De Hierro?
Puerto De Hierro is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Puerto De Hierro?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 6 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.