About Porto de Viana do Castelo
The Port of Viana do Castelo operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, accommodating ships up to 180 meters in length and 8 meters in draft. It has a fully marked and illuminated navigation channel and is easily accessible via major road networks. The port is known for its efficient service, with only three days of closure per year due to weather conditions. It supports commercial, fishing, and industrial activities and offers integrated, sustainable services for its clients.


Facilities
COORDINATES
41.68333 N, -8.82397 E
Port Information
Telephone
Manoeuvrability
Fair
Channel Marking
Fair
VHF Channel
9
Port of Entry
Yes
Overseas Visitor Berths
Yes
Tidal Flow
Negligible
Active Winter
Yes
Weather Forecast
Sun
5AM - 9AM
15 March 2026
- N 6–10 knots. Gusts up to 18 knots.
- 7 to 11°C
- NW 2.4m at 12s period
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Sunny
Sun
9AM - 1PM
15 March 2026
- N 8 knots increasing to NW 13 knots. Gusts up to 17 knots.
- Increasing from 11 to 15°C
- NW 2.3m at 11s period
- UV Index: 4 - Moderate
- Mostly fine
Sun
1PM - 5PM
15 March 2026
- NW 13 knots increasing to 15 knots. Gusts up to 23 knots.
- 14°C
- NW 2.2m at 10s period
- UV Index: 4 - Moderate
- Sunny