Weather Buoy
Frying Pan Shoals, NC
South Carolina
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- fpsn7
- Operated by
- NDBC
- Station type
- C MAN Station
- Coordinates
- 33.48500, -77.59000
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Frying Pan Shoals, NC is an NDBC observing station (ID fpsn7) 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 Frying Pan Shoals, NC
Frying Pan Shoals, NC is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in South Carolina waters, identified by NDBC station ID fpsn7. 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 fpsn7 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Frying Pan Shoals, NC buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station fpsn7) 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 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 fpsn7 on the NDBC website.