M5 wave buoy observations on Thu, May 4, 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.
| Hour | Wave height (ft) | Wave Period (s) | Wind Direction | Wind Speed (mph) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 5 | SSW | 22 | 11.4 | |
| 7 | 5 | SSW | 24 | 11.5 | |
| 7 | 5 | SSW | 24 | 11.5 | |
| 5 | 5 | SSW | 31 | 11.5 | |
| 6 | 5 | S | 20 | 11.4 | |
| 6 | 5 | SSW | 18 | 11.4 | |
| 7 | 5 | S | 18 | 11.4 | |
| 8 | 5 | ESE | 18 | 11.4 | |
| 8 | 5 | E | 20 | 11.3 | |
| 8 | 5 | E | 22 | 11.3 | |
| 8 | 5 | E | 20 | 11.3 | |
| 8 | 5 | E | 24 | 11.3 | |
| 9 | 5 | E | 26 | 11.4 | |
| 9 | 5 | E | 24 | 11.5 | |
| 9 | 5 | E | 24 | 11.5 | |
| 9 | 6 | E | 24 | 11.5 | |
| 8 | 6 | E | 24 | 11.5 | |
| 8 | 5 | E | 26 | 11.4 | |
| 7 | 5 | E | 26 | 11.5 | |
| 7 | 5 | E | 26 | 11.6 | |
| 7 | 5 | E | 26 | 11.6 | |
| 6 | 5 | E | 26 | 11.6 | |
| 5 | 5 | E | 22 | 11.6 | |
| 6 | 5 | E | 18 | 11.6 |