Ch. Lightship wave buoy daily averages for Apr 2024 last observation shown Data available: to Monthly averages for
Average Wave Height
0 ft
0 — 0 ft
Average Wave period
0 secs
0 — 0 secs
Average Water temperature
11 °C
0 — 11.2 °C
Average Wind
S, 18 mph
0 — 22 mph
About Ch. Lightship wave buoy
Channel Lightship (WMO 62103) is a long‑running offshore observation station in the English Channel (49.9170°N, 2.8830°W). It is positioned to monitor conditions on a major shipping route and to capture swell and wind sea entering the Channel. It reports directional wave statistics (height/period/direction) and standard meteorology (wind, pressure, air/sea temperature) for forecasts.
| Day | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | S | 20 | 11.1 | |
| 0 | 0 | 16 | 11.1 | ||
| 0 | 0 | 18 | 11.1 |