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K2 wave buoy observations on Tue, Jun 30, 2026last observation shownoldest observation availableDaily averages for

Line chart showing wave height and wave period for K2. Use the detailed observations table below for the same data in text form.

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.

K2 wave buoy hourly observations Tue, Jun 30, 2026last observation shown
HourWave height (ft)Wave Period (s)Wind DirectionWind Speed (mph)Water Temp (°C)
--WSW18 14.0
--WSW16 14.0
--WSW17 14.0
--W20 14.0
--W20 14.0
--WNW18 14.0
--WNW24 14.1
--NW28 14.1
--NW26 14.2
--NW25 14.3
--NW25 14.4
--NW26 14.4
--NW25 14.5
--NW24 14.5
--NW24 14.5
--NW23 14.5
--NW22 14.5
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