By MasOceans

China Weather Alert: Widespread Port Closures Due to Gale-Force Winds (Dec 11–14)

11 December, 2025 – Operational update: strong winds impacting coastal China.

Please be advised of a significant operational disruption along the Chinese coast due to widespread gale-force winds spanning from the Bohai Sea to the South China Sea. Numerous northern ports are currently closed, with southern ports expected to follow.

1. Severe Marine Forecast ( Dec 11th -13th)

Timeframe Key Areas of Impact Wind Strength (Risk)
Dec 11th (08:00) – 12th (08:00) Bohai Sea, Yellow Sea, East China Sea, Taiwan Strait, and North/Central South China Sea. Force 7, Gusts 8–9. Localized areas (Bohai, N. Yellow Sea, Taiwan Strait) could reach Force 8, Gusts 9–10.
Dec 12th (08:00) – 13th (08:00) SW East China Sea, Taiwan Strait, and NE South China Sea. Force 7, Gusts 8–9. Taiwan Strait gusts up to Force 9.

2. Current Port Operational Status (Mandatory Closures)

A large number of ports are currently closed due to strong winds, with operations suspended until further notice.

Status Category Ports Currently Affected (as of Dec 11th AM) Expected Re-opening
Northern Ports (Bohai/Liaodong) Yingkou, Jinzhou, Panjin, Dandong, Dalian, Caofeidian, Jingtang, Huanghua Expected PM Dec 11th
Mid-Coast Ports Yantai, Qingdao (Restricted), Rizhao, Lanshan, Lianyungang (Pilot Suspended), Dafeng Expected Dec 12th

3. Anticipated Future Closures (South/East China)

Due to the continuing cold front, the following major hub channels are forecast to close:

CJK / Zhoushan / Ningbo Channels: Expected to close or suspend pilot services between December 13th and 14th due to strong winds.

 

Please consider these closures and high-wind risks when routing and scheduling vessels for the next 72 hours.

We will update you immediately upon any confirmed re-openings or new closures.

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