Information contained in this guide is intended for decision-making guidance, voyage planning, and reference purposes only. Maps and information contained herein are NOT to be used for navigation. Strong offshore westerly winds affect the bay during winter and spring. Situated in three of the basins that comprise Augusta Bay, Porto Megarese, Porto Xifonio and Seno del Priolo. Largest of three basins.
Primary entrance passes between the northern and central breakwaters.
LHA's are largest US Navy vessels routinely entering the inner harbor. Shallow water depths in the northern part of the harbor restrict its use. Porto Xifonio and Seno del Priolo offer protected anchorages to smaller vessels only. Terrain-largely mountainous adjacent to Augusta Bay. Use caution when approaching the harbor in bad weather because of breaking seas.