Weather Buoy
Egmont Channel Entrance, FL (214)
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- 42098
- Operated by
- Greater Tampa Bay Marine Advisory Council-PORTS
- Station type
- Waverider Buoy
- Coordinates
- 27.59000, -82.93100
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Egmont Channel Entrance, FL (214) is an NDBC observing station (ID 42098) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About Egmont Channel Entrance, FL (214)
Egmont Channel Entrance, FL (214) is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID 42098. It is operated by Greater Tampa Bay Marine Advisory Council-PORTS. It is classified as station type Waverider Buoy.
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 42098 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Egmont Channel Entrance, FL (214) buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station 42098) 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 Greater Tampa Bay Marine Advisory Council-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 42098 on the NDBC website.