Alaska Buoy Stations & Wave Data

156 buoy stations along the Alaska coast, with 18 currently reporting live data. Data via NOAA NDBC.

NOAA's comprehensive coverage across Alaska provides reliable wave data, and proper buoy data interpretation ensures you extract maximum value from these observations.

156 Total Stations
18 Reporting Now
138 Inactive
NOAA NDBC Data Partner

All Alaska Wave Monitoring Stations

Station 46076

CAPE CLEARE - 17 NM South of Montague Is, AK

Station 46084

CAPE EDGECUMBE - 25NM SSW of Cape Edgecumbe, AK

Station 46082

Cape Suckling - 35 NM SE of Kayak Is, AK

Station 46072

CENTRAL ALEUTIANS 230 NM SW Dutch Harbor

Station 46035

CENTRAL BERING SEA - 310 NM North of Adak, AK

Station 46085

CENTRAL GULF OF ALASKA - 265NM West of Cape Ommaney, AK

Station 46083

FAIRWEATHER GROUND - 105 NM West of Juneau, AK

Station 46108

Lower Cook Inlet (204)

Station 48400

Ocean Climate Station Papa

Station 46080

PORTLOCK BANK - 76 NM ENE of Kodiak, AK

Station 46061

Seal Rocks - Between Montague and Hinchinbrook Islands, AK

Station 46077

SHELIKOF STRAIT, AK

Station 46066

SOUTH KODIAK - 310NM SSW of Kodiak, AK

Station 46070

SOUTHWEST BERING SEA - 142NM NNE OF ATTU IS, AK

Station 46060

WEST ORCA BAY - 8NM NW of Hinchinbrook Is., AK

Station 46071

WESTERN ALEUTIANS - 14NM SOUTH OF AMCHITKA IS, AK

Station 46001

WESTERN GULF OF ALASKA - 175NM SE of Kodiak, AK

Station 46081

Western Prince William Sound

About Alaska Wave Monitoring Network

The Alaska wave monitoring network consists of 156 strategically positioned buoy stations that provide comprehensive coverage of coastal conditions. These stations are operated by trusted organizations including NOAA NDBC, ensuring reliable and accurate data for various marine applications.

For Surfers

  • Real-time wave height and swell period data
  • Wind wave direction for optimal surf timing
  • Historical patterns for seasonal planning
  • Multiple coastal regions for spot comparison

For Mariners

  • Sea state conditions for safe navigation
  • Wave forecasting for trip planning
  • Real-time marine weather updates
  • Comprehensive coastal coverage

For Researchers

  • Long-term wave climate data
  • Coastal erosion monitoring
  • Ocean-atmosphere interaction studies
  • High-quality validated datasets

Whether you're checking surf conditions for your next session, planning a maritime expedition, or conducting oceanographic research, the Alaska buoy network provides the comprehensive wave data you need for informed decision-making along the coast.