Weather Buoy
8679598 - Kings Bay MSF Pier, GA
Georgia
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- kbmg1
- Operated by
- NOS
- Station type
- Water Level Observation Network
- Coordinates
- 30.77700, -81.48700
Before you go
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8679598 - Kings Bay MSF Pier, GA is an NDBC observing station (ID kbmg1) off the Georgia coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About 8679598 - Kings Bay MSF Pier, GA
8679598 - Kings Bay MSF Pier, GA is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Georgia waters, identified by NDBC station ID kbmg1. It is operated by NOS. It is classified as station type Water Level Observation Network.
NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions — wind, waves, atmospheric pressure, air and water temperature, and other observations — that boaters and anglers use to assess conditions before and during a trip.
A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp, marina, or fishing spot. For current readings, look up station kbmg1 on the NDBC website.
Nearby weather buoys
Other spots nearby
- Kings Bay, MSF PierTide Station0.3 mi
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- Crooked River, Cumberland DividingsTide Station4.6 mi
- Cumberland Island National Seashore Camping PermitsRecreation Area5.4 mi
- Harrietts Bluff, Crooked RiverTide Station8.7 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the 8679598 - Kings Bay MSF Pier, GA buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station kbmg1) in Georgia waters.
What does this buoy measure?
NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions such as wind, waves, pressure, and air and water temperature.
Who operates this buoy?
It is maintained by NOS.
Can I fish at or launch from this buoy?
No. A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp or fishing facility.
Where can I see current conditions?
Look up NDBC station kbmg1 on the NDBC website.