🌊 Ocean & Climate Tracking Center
Real-time oceanographic and meteorological monitoring using NOAA's extensive network of coastal monitoring stations. Track water temperature, air temperature, barometric pressure, and environmental conditions with professional-grade data.
🌊 Station Selection
🌊 Current Ocean & Climate Conditions
📡 Data Availability
Not all NOAA stations provide every type of measurement. Some stations may only have water levels, while others include temperature and weather data. Data availability varies by location and station equipment. All data is updated every 6 minutes during active monitoring periods.
🎓 Oceanography & Climate Science Education
Ocean Temperature Patterns
- • Seasonal Cycles: Water temperature lags air temperature by 6-8 weeks
- • Thermal Inertia: Oceans moderate coastal climate extremes
- • Upwelling: Cold deep water brings nutrients to surface
- • Gulf Stream: Warm current affects East Coast temperatures
Atmospheric Pressure & Weather
- • High Pressure: Above 1013 mb - clear, stable weather
- • Low Pressure: Below 1013 mb - storms, precipitation
- • Rapid Changes: Pressure drops indicate approaching weather fronts
- • Hurricanes: Very low pressure (below 980 mb) with strong winds
Climate Monitoring Applications
- • Marine Biology: Temperature affects fish migration and spawning
- • Coastal Engineering: Wave and tide predictions for infrastructure
- • Climate Research: Long-term trends in ocean-atmosphere interactions
- • Weather Forecasting: Ocean data improves storm prediction models
🌊 About NOAA Climate Data
This dashboard displays real-time data from NOAA's Tides and Currents monitoring network. Data is collected every 6 minutes from automated sensors at coastal stations across the United States. This system is for educational and research purposes. For official weather warnings, marine forecasts, and emergency information, always consult the National Weather Service or your local emergency management agency.
Official Resources:NOAA Tides & Currents |National Weather Service
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Technical Data Sources & Methodology
Data Provider: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Tides and Currents
Monitoring Network: 200+ coastal stations with real-time environmental sensors
Update Frequency: Every 6 minutes during active monitoring periods
Measurements: Water temperature (°F), Air temperature (°F), Barometric pressure (mb)
Sensor Accuracy: Temperature ±0.1°C, Pressure ±0.3 mb
API Documentation:NOAA Tides and Currents API