Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE) (41070) — Live Marine Conditions & Buoy Data
NOAA station 41070, Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE), reports real-time marine conditions from 29.289°N, 80.803°W in the Gulf of Mexico. Readings refresh roughly every 10 minutes, and Big Buoy adds 7-day tide predictions, a solunar table, and a multi-day weather outlook for the area.
Current conditions at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE)
As of October 19, 2026 at 20:25 UTC, Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE) (41070) is reporting water temperature 79°F and wave height 8.9 ft at a 15-second dominant period.
- Water temperature
- 79°F
- Wave height
- 8.9 ft @ 15 s
Observed October 19, 2026 at 20:25 UTC from NOAA NDBC station 41070. Readings update about every 10 minutes.
What NOAA buoy 41070 measures
As a NOAA meteorological station, 41070 reports wind speed, gusts and direction, barometric pressure, air and water temperature, and — where wave sensors are fitted — significant wave height, swell period, and wave direction.
What to watch in the Gulf of Mexico
The Gulf’s shallow, broad shelf means seas build and lay down quickly with the wind — short-period chop is the norm rather than long ocean swell. Summer afternoons bring fast-developing thunderstorms, so watch barometric pressure and wind trends closely before heading out.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the water temperature at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves?
- Sea surface temperature at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves was 79°F. Measured October 19, 2026 at 20:25 UTC by NOAA station 41070 (Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE)). NDBC measures this near the surface, at a depth that varies by station.
- How big are the waves at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves?
- Significant wave height at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves was 8.9 ft, with a 15-second dominant period. Measured October 19, 2026 at 20:25 UTC by NOAA station 41070 (Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE)). Significant wave height is the average of the highest one-third of waves — individual waves can be larger.
- Which direction are the waves coming from at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves?
- Waves at Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves were arriving from 48° true (NE) at the dominant period. Measured October 19, 2026 at 20:25 UTC by NOAA station 41070 (Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE)).
- Where is NOAA buoy 41070 located?
- Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE) (41070) reports from 29.289°N, 80.803°W in the Gulf of Mexico.
- How often is NOAA buoy 41070 updated?
- Station 41070 typically reports new observations about every 10 minutes. Big Buoy refreshes continuously so you always see the latest readings, alongside 7-day tide predictions and a solunar table for the area.
- What does NOAA buoy 41070 measure?
- Big Buoy shows wind, barometric pressure, air and water temperature, and wave height and period where available for Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE), plus 7-day tides, solunar peak windows, and a multi-day weather outlook.
- Is Big Buoy free to use?
- Yes. Live data for Ponce de Leon Inlet Waves (PNCWAVE) and every other NOAA buoy is free with no account required. Big Buoy Pro adds the Wind Tab, the Depth Chart, satellite overlays (sea surface temp, chlorophyll, currents), 16-day forecasts, and forecast model switching.