M2 wave buoy daily averages for Apr 2023 last observation shown Data available: to Monthly averages for
Average Wave Height
2 ft
1 — 3.6 ft
Average Wave period
4 secs
3 — 5 secs
Average Water temperature
10 °C
10.1 — 10.6 °C
Average Wind
S, 14 mph
2 — 18 mph
About M2 wave buoy
M2 is an offshore data buoy in the NE Atlantic west/south‑west of Ireland (53.2900°N, 5.2600°W). It is placed to observe approaching Atlantic sea states and weather systems, improving warnings and forecasts for Ireland and the UK. It typically reports directional wave parameters and standard meteorology.
| Day | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | SSW | 13 | 10.3 | |
| 2 | 4 | S | 14 | 10.3 |