Weather Buoy
8720030 - Fernandina Beach, FL
Georgia
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- frdf1
- Operated by
- NOS
- Station type
- Water Level Observation Network
- Coordinates
- 30.67500, -81.46500
Before you go
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8720030 - Fernandina Beach, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID frdf1) off the Georgia coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About 8720030 - Fernandina Beach, FL
8720030 - Fernandina Beach, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Georgia waters, identified by NDBC station ID frdf1. 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 frdf1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 8720030 - Fernandina Beach, FL buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station frdf1) 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 frdf1 on the NDBC website.