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Marine WeatherGreat weather usually means a great day of sailing. But bad weather can mean more than a bad day on the water. It can wreck equipment, your boat and even put lives in danger. Knowing the weather forecast before you go -- and while you are offshore -- is essential. Tips and resources are here for accurate weather forecasting.
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Marine weather prediction and sources. About.com Weather Site
Sailors are notorious weather watchers, even when sailing is not involved. About.com has a resident expert who covers all sorts of weather, including marine prediction and events. Check out Rachelle Oblack's coverage of all things weather here. NOAA Marine Weather
The National Weather Service provides marine forecasts and detailed observations through its NOAA Marine Weather website. Weather Underground Marine Weather
The Weather Underground network has a site dedicated to marine weather. Check here for interactive maps of wind and wave buoy information, as well as worldwide wave height. Links are also included for marine weather discussions for the Atlantic, Pacific and Gulf of Mexico. Tide and Current Predictor
Tides and currents are an important factor in safe sailing. This online tool calculates tides and currents for worldwide locations. |
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