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M3 wave buoy observations on Wed, May 3, 2023 last observation shown oldest observation available Daily averages for

About M3 wave buoy

M3 is an offshore data buoy in the Atlantic approaches (51.1300°N, 10.3300°W). It provides upstream observations of swell and storm conditions relevant to Ireland/UK marine forecasts. It typically measures wave height/period/direction plus basic meteorological variables.

M3 wave buoy hourly observations Wed, May 3, 2023 last observation shown Thu, May 4, 2023
Hour Wave height (ft) Wave Period (s) Wind Direction Wind Speed (mph) Water Temp (°C)
10 6 E 26 12.0
12 6 ESE 26 12.0
11 6 ESE 26 12.1
11 6 ESE 26 12.1
10 6 ESE 26 12.1
10 6 E 24 12.2
10 6 ESE 22 12.2
10 6 ESE 24 12.2
9 6 ESE 29 12.2
9 6 ESE 29 12.3
9 6 ESE 24 12.3
9 6 ESE 24 12.3
8 6 ESE 22 12.3
9 6 ESE 22 12.3
9 6 ESE 22 12.3
8 6 ESE 22 12.4
8 6 E 22 12.4
9 6 ESE 22 12.4
8 6 ESE 20 12.4
8 6 ESE 18 12.4
9 6 ESE 18 12.4
8 6 ESE 22 12.5
9 6 SE 22 12.5
8 6 ESE 24 12.5

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