Weather Buoy
NFB - Northwest Florida Bay, FL
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- nfbf1
- Operated by
- COMPS (University of South Florida)
- Station type
- Offshore Tower
- Coordinates
- 25.08400, -81.09600
Before you go
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NFB - Northwest Florida Bay, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID nfbf1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About NFB - Northwest Florida Bay, FL
NFB - Northwest Florida Bay, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID nfbf1. It is operated by COMPS (University of South Florida). It is classified as station type Offshore Tower.
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 nfbf1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the NFB - Northwest Florida Bay, FL buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station nfbf1) 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 COMPS (University of South Florida).
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 nfbf1 on the NDBC website.