NOAA Smart Buoys: Real-Time Weather and Water Data Collection

NOAA Smart Buoys is an Android application developed by NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office, available for free under the Education & Reference category. The app provides real-time weather and water data collected by the Chesapeake Bay Interpretive Buoy System (CBIBS) "smart buoys." CBIBS supports the use and management of a healthy Chesapeake Bay by providing the data and information needed to improve safety, enhance the economy, and protect the environment.

The app offers a user-friendly interface that allows users to access the data collected by the CBIBS buoys. The data includes air and water temperature, wind speed and direction, wave height and period, and water quality. Users can view the data in real-time or select a specific date and time to view historical data. The app also provides an interactive map that displays the location of the buoys and allows users to click on a buoy to view its data. Overall, NOAA Smart Buoys is an excellent tool for anyone interested in monitoring the weather and water conditions in the Chesapeake Bay.