Local Leeward Islands wave buoys are also listed on the map on the main surf reports page (the small circle icons) or here is a comprehensive list of buoys in the region:
The NOAA choose a number of buoy locations to issue full spectral forecasts for. Although the wave buoy doesn't actually have anything to do with the forecast (The SwellTrack spectral information is all produced by the NWWIII Model) it's useful to compare the SwellTrack with the actual observations to spot the arrival of a new swell front. These spectral
forecasts are simply the most detailed idea of what's coming in the days ahead...
About Wave Buoys
Wave buoys are the definitive way to know what is actually happening out to sea right now - and with the swells from them
taking an hour or more to reach the local surf spots a great way for a last minute check before you head to the beach or to watch a new swell arrive.
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