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M5 wave buoy observations on Mon, Jan 5, 2026 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 Mon, Jan 5, 2026 last observation shown Mon, Jan 5, 2026
Hour Wave height (ft) Wave Period (s) Wind Direction Wind Speed (mph) Water Temp (°C)
5 4 NNW 18 10.8
5 4 NNW 22 10.8
6 5 NNW 22 10.8
6 5 NNW 24 10.8
6 5 NNW 22 10.8
6 5 NNW 22 10.8
6 5 NNW 22 10.8
6 4 NNW 22 10.9
6 5 NNW 22 10.9
6 4 NNW 22 10.9
6 5 NNW 24 10.9
6 4 N 24 10.9
5 4 N 24 10.9
6 4 NNW 22 10.9
6 5 N 22 10.9
5 4 N 20 10.9
5 4 N 22 10.9
5 4 N 22 10.9
4 4 N 22 10.9
4 4 N 20 10.9
4 4 N 18 10.9
4 4 N 18 11.0
3 4 N 20 11.0
3 4 N 20 11.0

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