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F3 wave buoy monthly averages for 2026 last observation shown Data available:  to 

Average Wave Height

3 ft
0 — 9.2 ft

Average Wave period

6 secs
4 — 9 secs

Average Water temperature

9 °C
10 — 9.9 °C

Average Wind

S, 22 mph
1 — 41 mph
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About F3 wave buoy

F3 (WMO 62170) is an offshore North Sea observation buoy (51.2400°N, 2.0000°E). It is positioned to sample wave and weather conditions over a wide open-water fetch that influences coastal sea state and offshore operations. It typically measures waves (height/period/direction) and marine meteorology.

F3 wave buoy monthly averages 2026 last observation shown Jan 2026
Month Wave height (ft) Wave Period (s) Wind Direction Wind Speed (mph) Water Temp (°C)
3 6 S 22 9.2

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