Weather Buoy
Alligator Reef
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- alrf1
- Operated by
- NDBC
- Station type
- C MAN Station
- Coordinates
- 24.90000, -80.60000
Before you go
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Alligator Reef is an NDBC observing station (ID alrf1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About Alligator Reef
Alligator Reef is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID alrf1. It is operated by NDBC. It is classified as station type C-MAN Station.
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 alrf1 on the NDBC website.
Nearby weather buoys
Other spots nearby
- Alligator Reef, Hawk ChannelTide Station3.6 mi
- Crane Keys, north side, Florida BayTide Station7.3 mi
- Anne's Beach Paddlecraft Access EastBoat Ramp9.5 mi
- Anne's Beach Paddlecraft Access WestBoat Ramp9.8 mi
- Channel Two, east, Lower Matecumbe Key, Fla. BayTide Station10.0 mi
- Channel Two, west side, Hawk ChannelTide Station10.4 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the Alligator Reef buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station alrf1) 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 NDBC.
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 alrf1 on the NDBC website.