Station Name: Humboldt Bay, North Spit, CA (168)
Station Type: Buoy
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
Offshore
Manila, CA 95521
Humboldt County

GPS Coordinates: 40.896, -124.357

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 12:32PM PST until February 19 at 6:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 12:32 PM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:45 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Southwestern Humboldt above 2,500 feet. * WHEN...Until 6 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another cold front will bring additional snow tonight through Thursday morning. The heaviest snowfall rates are expected tonight into Thursday morning. There is the potential for snow level as low as 1000 feet with the heaviest snowfall amounts.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 12:32PM PST until February 19 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 12:32 PM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:45 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow snow levels above 1500 feet. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 10 inches. * WHERE...Humboldt Interior and Del Norte Interior. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes and road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Another cold front will bring additional snow tonight through Thursday morning. The heaviest snowfall rates are expected tonight into Thursday morning. There is the potential for snow level as low as 1000 feet with the heaviest snowfall amounts.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 12:32PM PST until February 19 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA

Effective: Wed February 18, 2026, 12:32 PM
Expires: Wed February 18, 2026, 8:45 PM

* WHAT...Scattered to numerous hail showers tonight through Thursday morning, resulting in ice accumulation and extremely slippery driving conditions. * WHERE...Del Norte and Northern Humboldt Coast. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous due to small hail. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Tonight and Thursday morning commutes.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Dark clouds ahead may indicate showers containing small hail. Slow down and allow extra time if driving.