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M5 wave buoy observations on Wed, May 3, 2023 last observation shown oldest observation available Daily averages for

About M5 wave buoy

M5 is an offshore data buoy in the Atlantic approaches (51.4100°N, 6.4200°W). It is positioned to monitor swell and storm waves moving toward Ireland and the UK, supporting marine warnings. It typically reports waves (height/period/direction) and basic meteorology.

M5 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)
6 5 E 20 11.6
6 5 E 20 11.7
6 5 E 20 11.7
6 5 E 20 11.8
5 5 ESE 18 11.7
6 5 ESE 18 11.6
6 5 E 20 11.7
7 5 E 22 11.6
7 5 E 20 11.6
7 5 E 22 11.6
7 5 E 22 11.7
7 5 E 22 11.7
7 5 ESE 24 11.7
7 5 ESE 22 11.8
7 5 ESE 24 11.8
7 5 ESE 24 11.9
7 5 ESE 22 12.0
6 5 E 22 12.1
6 6 E 18 12.0
5 5 ESE 16 12.1
5 6 ESE 14 12.0
4 6 ESE 14 12.0
4 6 ESE 14 12.1
4 6 ESE 9 12.2

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