K7 wave buoy daily averages for Nov 2013 last observation shown Data available: to Monthly averages for
Average Wave Height
15 ft
9.5 — 26.2 ft
Average Wave period
8 secs
6 — 10 secs
Average Water temperature
11 °C
10.2 — 11 °C
Average Wind
W, 25 mph
6 — 47 mph
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.
| Day | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 7 | W | 28 | 10.6 | |
| 20 | 8 | NW | 35 | 10.7 | |
| 17 | 9 | W | 24 | 10.7 | |
| 16 | 7 | W | 33 | 10.5 | |
| 12 | 7 | W | 29 | 10.6 | |
| 12 | 9 | W | 16 | 10.9 | |
| 15 | 10 | WNW | 7 | 11.0 |