Weather Buoy
Folly Beach Pier, SC
South Carolina
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- fbps1
- Operated by
- South Carolina Nearshore Monitoring System
- Station type
- Coastal Marine Station
- Coordinates
- 32.65200, -79.93800
Before you go
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Folly Beach Pier, SC is an NDBC observing station (ID fbps1) 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 Folly Beach Pier, SC
Folly Beach Pier, SC is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in South Carolina waters, identified by NDBC station ID fbps1. It is operated by South Carolina Nearshore Monitoring System. It is classified as station type Coastal Marine 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 fbps1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Folly Beach Pier, SC buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station fbps1) 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 South Carolina Nearshore Monitoring 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 fbps1 on the NDBC website.