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Winyah Bay Surface, North Inlet-Winyah Bay Reserve, SC

South Carolina

At a glance

NDBC station ID
wyss1
Operated by
National Estuarine Research Reserve System
Station type
NERRS Water Quality Station
Coordinates
33.30900, -79.28900

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Winyah Bay Surface, North Inlet-Winyah Bay Reserve, SC is an NDBC observing station (ID wyss1) 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 Winyah Bay Surface, North Inlet-Winyah Bay Reserve, SC

Winyah Bay Surface, North Inlet-Winyah Bay Reserve, SC is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in South Carolina waters, identified by NDBC station ID wyss1. It is operated by National Estuarine Research Reserve System. It is classified as station type NERRS 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 wyss1 on the NDBC website.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Winyah Bay Surface, North Inlet-Winyah Bay Reserve, SC buoy?

It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station wyss1) 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 National Estuarine Research Reserve System.

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 wyss1 on the NDBC website.