Weather Buoy
Debidue Creek, North Inlet-Winyah Bay, SC
South Carolina
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- dbqs1
- Operated by
- National Estuarine Research Reserve System
- Station type
- NERRS Water Quality Station
- Coordinates
- 33.36000, -79.16700
Before you go
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Debidue Creek, North Inlet-Winyah Bay, SC is an NDBC observing station (ID dbqs1) off the South Carolina coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About Debidue Creek, North Inlet-Winyah Bay, SC
Debidue Creek, North Inlet-Winyah Bay, SC is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in South Carolina waters, identified by NDBC station ID dbqs1. It is operated by National Estuarine Research Reserve System. It is classified as station type NERRS Water Quality 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 dbqs1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Debidue Creek, North Inlet-Winyah Bay, SC buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station dbqs1) in South Carolina 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 National Estuarine Research Reserve System.
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 dbqs1 on the NDBC website.