March 24, 2026 2:30 am CST
Location: 42.368N 87.795W or 78 nautical miles WSW of search location of 43.02N 86.27W.
Wind Direction: ESE (120°)
Wind Speed: 12 knots
Wind Gust: 16 knots
Significant Wave Height: 2 ft
Dominant Wave Period: 3 sec
Mean Wave Direction: E (96°)
Atmospheric Pressure: 30.39 in (1029.2 mb)
Air Temperature: 35°F (1.6°C)
Water Temperature: 36°F (2.4°C)
Station 45186 – WAUKEGAN BUOY, IL
Mar 24, 2026 | 4:46 AM