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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Canada Scope Weather Desk. Data from Environment and Climate Change Canada and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
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The Port Stanley weather buoy is a fixed marine observation station on Lake Erie, reporting real-time wind, wave, and air temperature data. As shown in the live forecast above, this buoy helps boaters and anglers assess current lake conditions before heading out from the harbour.
What does the Port Stanley buoy measure?
The buoy records wind speed and direction, significant wave height, air temperature, and barometric pressure every hour. This data is fed into Environment and Climate Change Canada’s marine forecast system, giving you a practical snapshot of conditions on the central Lake Erie basin. For example, a sudden drop in pressure combined with rising wave heights often signals an approaching front.
How do I use the buoy data for planning?
Check the live forecast above for the latest buoy reading, then compare it to your vessel’s safe operating limits. If the buoy reports waves above 1.5 metres or sustained winds over 30 km/h, small craft should exercise caution. The Port Stanley buoy is especially useful because it sits near the shipping lane, so its readings reflect open-lake conditions rather than sheltered nearshore effects.
Is the Port Stanley buoy the same as the Port Colborne weather buoy?
No. The Port Colborne weather buoy is located at the eastern end of Lake Erie, near the Welland Canal. The Port Stanley buoy sits in the central basin, so conditions can differ significantly between the two sites.
Can I see a live webcam of the Port Stanley buoy?
There is no official Port Stanley buoy webcam. However, the Port Stanley harbour webcam (run by local marinas) often shows the lake surface and can give you a visual complement to the buoy’s wave-height data.
How accurate is the Port Stanley buoy wave height?
The buoy uses an accelerometer to measure wave height with an accuracy of about ±0.2 metres. For real-time wind and wave checks, many users also cross-reference the buoy data with Port Stanley buoy Windfinder reports.
Sources
For broader lake conditions, visit our Canada weather hub or check the Toronto Weather page for regional forecasts. If severe weather is expected, see our Weather Warning guide.