October 16, 2026 3:40 am CST
Location: 42.368N 87.795W or 78 nautical miles WSW of search location of 43.02N 86.27W.
Wind Direction: W (270°)
Wind Speed: 17 knots
Wind Gust: 27 knots
Significant Wave Height: 1 ft
Dominant Wave Period: 2 sec
Mean Wave Direction: NW (306°)
Atmospheric Pressure: 29.91 in (1012.9 mb)
Air Temperature: 55°F (12.6°C)
Water Temperature: 61°F (16.0°C)
Station 45186 – WAUKEGAN BUOY, IL
Oct 16, 2026 | 5:56 AM