M3 wave buoy observations on Fri, Jan 2, 2026 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.
| Hour | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6 | N | 16 | 11.5 | |
| 6 | 6 | N | 18 | 11.7 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 12 | 11.9 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNE | 14 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 14 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 14 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 12 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 14 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | NNE | 12 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | NE | 14 | 11.9 | |
| 7 | 6 | NE | 20 | 11.8 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 18 | 11.8 | |
| 6 | 6 | N | 18 | 11.7 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 16 | 11.6 | |
| 7 | 6 | N | 18 | 11.6 | |
| 7 | 6 | NNW | 20 | 11.6 | |
| 7 | 6 | NNW | 18 | 12.0 | |
| 7 | 6 | NNW | 22 | 12.0 | |
| 7 | 6 | NNW | 20 | 12.0 | |
| 6 | 6 | NW | 18 | 12.0 | |
| 6 | 6 | NNW | 20 | 12.0 | |
| 5 | 6 | NNW | 16 | 11.8 | |
| 5 | 6 | NNW | 16 | 11.8 | |
| 5 | 6 | N | 12 | 11.6 |