Site elevation: sea level Air temp height: 2 m above site elevation Anemometer height: 3.1 m above site elevation Barometer elevation: 1.9 m above mean sea level Sea temp depth: 1 m below water line Water depth: 50 m
The highly endangered Rice's whale, a newly identified species, inhabit the northeastern Gulf of Mexico year-round along the continental shelf-break between 100m and 400m depth. Vessels can kill or injure whales - please use slow speeds and be prepared to avoid surfacing whales. To report sightings call 1-877-WHALE-HELP.