K2 wave buoy observations on Thu, Jan 22, 2026 last observation shown oldest observation available Daily averages for
About K2 wave buoy
K2 (WMO 62081) is a UK Met Office offshore data buoy west of Ireland in the North Atlantic (51.0000°N, 13.3000°W). It is placed to sample Atlantic storm systems and swell upstream of the UK/Ireland, improving lead time for marine forecasts. It typically measures directional waves plus weather variables such as wind and pressure.
| Hour | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | E | 20 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | ESE | 21 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | E | 21 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | E | 17 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | E | 15 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | ESE | 15 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | SE | 11 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | ESE | 9 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | SSE | 7 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | SSW | 7 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | S | 6 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | SSW | 17 | 11.7 | |
| 0 | 0 | W | 10 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | W | 16 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | NW | 22 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 24 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | W | 22 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 28 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 30 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 31 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 34 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | NW | 36 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 37 | 11.8 | |
| 0 | 0 | WNW | 38 | 11.8 |