Weather Buoy
Long Key, FL
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- lonf1
- Operated by
- NDBC
- Station type
- C MAN Station
- Coordinates
- 24.84400, -80.86400
Before you go
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Long Key, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID lonf1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About Long Key, FL
Long Key, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID lonf1. 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 lonf1 on the NDBC website.
Nearby weather buoys
Other spots nearby
- Conch Key, eastern endTide Station3.8 mi
- Conch Key Marina and LodgeBoat Ramp4.0 mi
- Channel Five, west side, Hawk ChannelTide Station5.3 mi
- Channel Five, east side, Hawk ChannelTide Station6.1 mi
- Channel Two, west side, Hawk ChannelTide Station6.9 mi
- Channel Two, east, Lower Matecumbe Key, Fla. BayTide Station7.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the Long Key, FL buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station lonf1) 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 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 lonf1 on the NDBC website.