By MasOceans

Strait of Gibraltar Weather Disruption: Ceuta and Algeciras Operations Affected

29 January, 2026 – Adverse weather conditions in the Strait of Gibraltar are currently disrupting port operations, with strong winds and heavy swell affecting both Ceuta and Algeciras under different operational timelines.

 

Ceuta | Port Currently Closed

  • Port operations in Ceuta are presently suspended due to severe sea and wind conditions.
  • Forecast models indicate that disruption is expected to continue until Friday, January 30 (AM), as strong winds and significant sea state continue to limit safe manoeuvring.
  • A further period of unstable weather is forecast around February 4, 2026, which may lead to renewed operational delays.

Algeciras | Operations Under Pressure

  • Algeciras is also experiencing the impact of the same weather system.
  • Strong winds and swell are narrowing operational margins, and port activity remains subject to real-time safety assessments.
  • Current forecasts suggest adverse conditions will persist until Friday, January 30 (AM). In addition, another weather window is expected to develop from the afternoon of February 2, 2026, which could again affect vessel movements and port services.

Operational Outlook for the Strait | Across the region:

  • Vessel movements remain weather-dependent
  • Short-notice restrictions or temporary suspensions may occur
  • Delays and congestion are likely once full operations resume

YOUR VESSELS, OUR PORTS ⚓

At MasOceans, together with our exclusive local partners Transcoma, we remain closely coordinated on the ground to anticipate constraints and support safe, well-timed port calls across the Strait of Gibraltar.
 
If you have upcoming vessel calls in the area, early operational planning is strongly recommended.

➡️ Book a Port Call with Martaxelle Erussard
📞 +41 (0) 79 658 1504 / +41 (0) 22 552 0051
📥 martaxelle@masoceans.com