National Data Buoy Center
http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov


The National Weather Service provides weather and marine data from buoys surrounding North America, the Carribean, and Great Britain. Historical and realtime data are featured. Data include wind, waves, atmospheric pressure, air and water temperature, and dewpoint. Frequently Asked Questions explain how the marine stations collect and transmit data, how quality is assured, and how the National Data Buoy Center operates.

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Subject: Geoscience:Oceanography:Physical , Geoscience:Atmospheric Science, Atmospheric Science:Climatology , Geoscience:Oceanography
Resource Type: Audio/Visual:Maps, Images/Illustrations, Datasets and Tools:Datasets, Datasets with Tools
Special Interest: Visualization
Grade Level: Graduate/Professional, General Public, High School (9-12), College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16)
Data Source: Observational Data
Science Background Required: Basic scientific background required
Theme: Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Oceanography, Atmospheric Science