Weather Buoy
Sombrero Key, FL
Florida
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- smkf1
- Operated by
- NDBC
- Station type
- C MAN Station
- Coordinates
- 24.62800, -81.10900
Before you go
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Sombrero Key, FL is an NDBC observing station (ID smkf1) off the Florida coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About Sombrero Key, FL
Sombrero Key, FL is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in Florida waters, identified by NDBC station ID smkf1. 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 smkf1 on the NDBC website.
Nearby weather buoys
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- Crawl Key (Mile Marker 54) Public Boat RampBoat Ramp9.2 mi
- Coco Plum Yacht Club Pay Ramp (No Parking, Launch and Retrieve Only)Boat Ramp9.7 mi
- Bahia Honda State Park - Loggerhead Kayak BeachBoat Ramp10.7 mi
- Bahia Honda State Park - Boat RampBoat Ramp10.8 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the Sombrero Key, FL buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station smkf1) 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 smkf1 on the NDBC website.