Port of Nawiliwili

USNIJ🇺🇸USA

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About Port of Nawiliwili

Nawiliwili Harbor is a sheltered port on the southeast coast of Kauaʻi, Hawaii. It serves as a primary cargo hub for the island, handling interisland and mainland freight. The harbor accommodates various vessel types and is equipped with pilot and tug services.

Background
Nāwiliwili Beach Park is a beach park and port on the south-east coast of the island of Kauaʻi in the Hawaiian Islands.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
26m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
56300 →
GeoNames ID
5851429 →
Wikidata
Q6982917 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USNIJ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-10
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
US-HI
Area
North Pacific
Sub-area
Hawaii
Latitude
21.9533°
Longitude
-159.3543°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nawiliwili?

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The approach to Nawiliwili is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kuki'I Point Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Nawiliwili Harbor (1 NM E), Ahukini Breakwater (2.7 NM NNE), Makahu'ena Point (7.1 NM SW), Kilauea Point (16.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Nawiliwili on?

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The Port of Nawiliwili is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Nawiliwili?

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You can track vessels near Nawiliwili (USNIJ) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Nawiliwili?

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The Port of Nawiliwili is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USNIJ — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USNIJ mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nawiliwili?

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The Port of Nawiliwili operates in the UTC-10 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.