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K7 wave buoy monthly averages for 2019last observation shownData available: to 

Average Wave Height

9ft
0 — 37.4ft

Average Wave period

8secs
5 — 14secs

Average Water temperature

9°C
4.2 — 10.5°C

Average Wind

WSW, 18mph
0 — 64mph

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.

K7 wave buoy monthly averages 2019last observation shown
MonthWave height (ft)Wave Period (s)Wind DirectionWind Speed (mph)Water Temp (°C)
139WNW21 9.3
129SW21 8.7
149W21 -
98SE21 -
78N16 -
57WSW15 -
57SSE13 -
77SW15 -
98SW19 -
108NNE19 -
108ENE19 -
129WSW21 -

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