Cedar Key, FL (CDRF1) — Live Marine Conditions & Buoy Data
NOAA station CDRF1, Cedar Key, FL, reports real-time marine conditions from 29.136°N, 83.029°W in the Gulf of Mexico (Florida). 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 Cedar Key, FL
As of August 21, 2026 at 21:40 UTC, Cedar Key, FL (CDRF1) is reporting air temperature 88°F, wind from the SW at 7 mph gusting 13 mph, and barometric pressure 29.96 inHg.
- Air temperature
- 88°F
- Wind
- SW 7 mph (gust 13)
- Barometric pressure
- 29.96 inHg
Observed August 21, 2026 at 21:40 UTC from NOAA NDBC station CDRF1. Readings update about every 10 minutes.
What NOAA buoy CDRF1 measures
As a NOAA meteorological station, CDRF1 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
- Where is NOAA buoy CDRF1 located?
- Cedar Key, FL (CDRF1) reports from 29.136°N, 83.029°W in the Gulf of Mexico (Florida).
- How often is NOAA buoy CDRF1 updated?
- Station CDRF1 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 CDRF1 measure?
- Big Buoy shows wind, barometric pressure, air and water temperature, and wave height and period where available for Cedar Key, FL, plus 7-day tides, solunar peak windows, and a multi-day weather outlook.
- Is Big Buoy free to use?
- Yes. Live data for Cedar Key, FL 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.