Saldanha Bay marine weather forecast
Saldanha Bay (ZASDB) is a port in South Africa at 33°2.0′S 17°58.0′E. Today (Sep 15): NNW wind 12–18 kn, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 33°2.0′S 17°58.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | ZASDB |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 23 m |
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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 | Africa/Johannesburg |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Saldanha Bay
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 12–18 kn | 25 kn | — |
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| S 11–19 kn | 32 kn | — |
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| SSE 16–18 kn | 31 kn | — |
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| SE 13–19 kn | 32 kn | — |
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| SSE 10–13 kn | 20 kn | — |
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| SSE 5–9 kn | 11 kn | — |
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| SSE 4–7 kn | 9 kn | — |
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| W 8–8 kn | 20 kn | — |
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| S 15–15 kn | 26 kn | — |
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| S 14–14 kn | 25 kn | — |
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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 19 kn on Sep 16. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Saldanha Bay right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 12z: NNW wind 12–18 kn. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Saldanha Bay?
Saldanha Bay is classed as a medium harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Saldanha Bay?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 23 m and anchorage depths run about 16 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Saldanha Bay?
Entry is affected by heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.