Port Alucroix (VIPAX) — marine weather & port guide
Port Alucroix is a port in U.S. Virgin Islands at 17°42.0′N 64°46.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ESE wind 14–15 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 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 | 17°42.0′N 64°46.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | VIPAX |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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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/St_Thomas |
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10-day marine forecast — Port Alucroix
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 14–15 kn | 19 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| E 8–13 kn | 17 kn | 0.9–1.1 m |
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| E 6–12 kn | 16 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| ESE 12–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.1–1.4 m |
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| E 11–13 kn | 18 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| E 14–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| E 15–15 kn | 19 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| E 14–14 kn | 21 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| E 15–15 kn | 19 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| E 12–12 kn | 19 kn | 1.1–1.1 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Port Alucroix right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ESE wind 14–15 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 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 Port Alucroix?
Port Alucroix is classed as a very small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Port Alucroix?
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.