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Marine Forecast Models

The following are two up-to-the-minute forecast models for nearshore and offshore marine enthusiasts. Please note that conditions in Florida can change rapidly (especially during the summer months) and you should stay tuned to NOAA marine forecasts on your radio and here online. The following information is solely supplied by NOAA and not the Citrus County Visitors & Convention Bureau.

NEARSHORE (Homosassa River Entrance)
Launch Nearshore 5-Day Forecast

OFFSHORE (20-60 Nautical Miles Offshore)
Launch Offshore 5-Day Forecast

Current NOAA Buoy Conditions

Below you'll find current conditions, such as wind speed, air/water temperature and wave height at our two closest NOAA weather stations: near the mouth of the Homosassa River and 100 miles offshore:

Station HSSF1 - HOM - Homosassa, FL

Station 42036 - W. TAMPA 100NM West Southwest of Homosassa, FL

NDBC - Station 42036 Observations Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:21:52 UT

Station 42036 March 12, 2010 8:50 am EST
Location: 28.5N 84.517W
Wind Direction: SSE (150°)
Wind Speed: 12 knots
Wind Gust: 14 knots
Significant Wave Height: 4 ft
Dominant Wave Period: 7 sec
Mean Wave Direction: SSW (207°)
Atmospheric Pressure: 29.64 in (1003.8 mb)
Pressure Tendency: +0.10 in (+3.5 mb)
Air Temperature: 63°F (17.0°C)
Water Temperature: 60°F (15.7°C)