Weather Buoy
Gunboat Island, FL
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- gbif1
- Operated by
- Everglades National Park
- Station type
- Water Quality Station
- Coordinates
- 25.37800, -81.02900
Before you go
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Gunboat Island, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID gbif1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About Gunboat Island, FL
Gunboat Island, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID gbif1. It is operated by Everglades National Park. It is classified as station type 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 gbif1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Gunboat Island, FL buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station gbif1) 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 Everglades National Park.
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 gbif1 on the NDBC website.