Weather Buoy
8726607 - Old Port Tampa, FL
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- optf1
- Operated by
- NOAA NOS PORTS
- Station type
- Water Level Observation Network
- Coordinates
- 27.85800, -82.55300
Before you go
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8726607 - Old Port Tampa, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID optf1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About 8726607 - Old Port Tampa, FL
8726607 - Old Port Tampa, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID optf1. It is operated by NOAA NOS PORTS. 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 optf1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 8726607 - Old Port Tampa, FL buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station optf1) in Florida 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 NOAA NOS PORTS.
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 optf1 on the NDBC website.