Ras Isa Terminal marine weather forecast
Ras Isa Terminal (YERAI) is a port in Yemen at 15°8.0′N 42°36.0′E. Today (Sep 17): ESE wind 2–7 kn, waves 0.3–0.6 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 15°8.0′N 42°36.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | YERAI |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Aden |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Diesel |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Ras Isa Terminal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 2–7 kn | 10 kn | 0.3–0.6 m |
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| SSE 2–12 kn | 21 kn | 0.2–0.8 m |
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| NNE 1–10 kn | 14 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| NW 4–7 kn | 10 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| S 2–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.2–0.7 m |
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| S 5–14 kn | 18 kn | 0.4–0.9 m |
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| WSW 1–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.3–1.0 m |
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| WSW 7–7 kn | 11 kn | 0.4–0.4 m |
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| NNW 5–5 kn | 10 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| NNW 1–1 kn | 7 kn | 0.2–0.2 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 Sep 22. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.0 m on Sep 23. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Ras Isa Terminal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 12z: ESE wind 2–7 kn, waves 0.3–0.6 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 Ras Isa Terminal?
Ras Isa Terminal is classed as a large harbor in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Ras Isa Terminal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Ras Isa Terminal?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.