K7 wave buoy monthly averages for 2012 last observation shown Data available: to
Average Wave Height
15 ft
6.2 — 22.6 ft
Average Wave period
8 secs
6 — 11 secs
Average Water temperature
8 °C
7.2 — 9.2 °C
Average Wind
W, 22 mph
4 — 45 mph
Chart showing grouped wave observations for K7. Use the table on this page for a text version of the same measurements.
About K7 wave buoy
K7 (WMO 64046) is an offshore buoy north of Scotland (60.7010°N, 4.5000°E). It monitors waves and marine weather in a region exposed to North Atlantic storms, improving warnings for northern coasts and shipping. It reports directional wave parameters and meteorological observations.
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