October 17, 2026 7:20 am CST
Location: 42.368N 87.795W or 78 nautical miles WSW of search location of 43.02N 86.27W.
Wind Direction: WNW (290°)
Wind Speed: 12 knots
Wind Gust: 16 knots
Significant Wave Height: 3 ft
Dominant Wave Period: 7 sec
Mean Wave Direction: NE (44°)
Atmospheric Pressure: 30.44 in (1030.8 mb)
Air Temperature: 43°F (6.2°C)
Water Temperature: 52°F (11.3°C)
Station 45186 – WAUKEGAN BUOY, IL
Oct 17, 2026 | 9:50 AM