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Sidrište Uvala Gradina (Vela Luka) – Anchorage, Buoys & Wind Shelter

Vela Luka · Otok Korčula · Dubrovačko-neretvanska županija

🧭 GPS (DMS) 42° 58.69' N, 16° 39.97' E (42.9781° N, 16.6661° E)

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🌊 Live Weather & Marine Conditions

Wind

3 kn (6 km/h)

Direction

E (Levante)

Waves

0.2 m

Sea temperature

20 °C

Air temperature

15 °C

🧭 Wind Shelter Compass Matrix

Natural Shelter Index: 80/100

🌬️ Bora (NE) Sheltered & Calm

Excellent natural shelter (terrain at < 300 m blocks wind and fetch). Calm and safe for overnight stay.

Wave fetch: ~0.3 km

🌊 Sirocco (SE) Sheltered & Calm

Excellent natural shelter (terrain at 500 m blocks wind and fetch). Calm and safe for overnight stay.

Wave fetch: ~1.8 km

⚡ Libeccio (SW) Moderate caution

Partial shelter (wave fetch 6.5 km). Check mooring lines/anchor hold; expect surface chop.

Wave fetch: ~6.5 km

☀️ Mistral (NW) Moderate caution

Partial shelter (wave fetch 1.0 km). Check mooring lines/anchor hold; expect surface chop.

Wave fetch: ~1 km

⚓ Nautical Specifications & Amenities

Berth / Buoy capacity

Maximum draught

5 m

Berth / quay depth

4.5 – 10 m

Maximum vessel length (LOA)

25 m

VHF Working Channel

—

Seabed type

Sand, Mud

Anchor holding ground

Excellent (firm hold)

⚠️ Anchor holding ground: Excellent holding ground (sand/mud) provides deep penetration and firm anchor holding.

ℹ️ Depth notice: Dubina sidrišta u polju plutača varira od 4.5 do 10 m. (MMPI Koncesijsko sidrište / Batimetrija)

Boat amenities

🗑️ Waste disposal 🍽️ Restaurant / Konoba

🗺️ Nautical Pilot & Sea Depths (EMODnet & OpenSeaMap)

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions for Skippers

What is the wind shelter like at Sidrište Uvala Gradina (Vela Luka)? ▾

The natural shelter score is 80/100. Shelter from Bora: good, Shelter from Jugo: good.

What is the maximum draught and berth capacity at Sidrište Uvala Gradina (Vela Luka)? ▾

Sidrište Uvala Gradina (Vela Luka) accommodates 30 berths with a maximum draught of 5 meters. VHF working channel: contact harbour master.

⚠️ Official Maritime Disclaimer

Information on this page is strictly for general guidance and DOES NOT replace official nautical charts (HHI Pilot), official harbour master notices or orders of port authorities. Chart depths (EMODnet) are not intended for vessel navigation. Before sailing and anchoring, always verify official marine weather forecasts from DHMZ and the current concession status.