Sofar - Data Services Software
Access the largest planetary scale ocean data network from anywhere in the world. Whether you work in research or shipping, aquaculture or advocacy, we have the data to power the ocean understanding and insights you need. Read More
Largest sensor network
- Thousands of Spotter buoys in all five oceans collecting over 100K data points every day
- Global, real-time data always at your fingertips through the Spotter API and dashboard
Cutting-edge forecasting models from marine experts
- Our team of ocean scientists and researchers continuously assimilate data using advanced modeling platforms
- We produce forecasts that are 20–50% more accurate than existing best-in-class models
Select a location on the ocean and receive a forecast
When you click "Get Forecast," a request is sent to Sofar to produce a forecast at that latitude and longitude.
Instant Access
Retrieve real-time in situ observational data and high-resolution model data on demand.
REST APIs
Built for the needs of developers and data scientists with REST APIs and clean JSON — no more FTP servers or archaic formats.
Cloud Powered
Designed for the cloud, our data platform is always available, continuously upgraded, and can be customized to meet your needs.
Marine Weather
A set of high-resolution models give a holistic view of marine weather conditions*
- Global 1/4 degree resolution wave model coverage
- Hindcast, nowcast, and 16-day forecast
- Data from Sofar Wave Models, ECMWF, GFS, GDAS, GOFS, and HYCOM.
- Hourly resolution, 6-hour updates
Available Data
- Wind
- Waves
- Currents
- SST
Spotter Sensor
Access to both real-time and historical sensor data from our Spotter buoy network
- Live and historical data
- Wave spectra - significant wave height, peak & mean period, direction
- Geo & time filters to access data in specific regions & at specific times
- Hourly resolution, 6-hour updates
Available Data
- Wind
- Waves
- Currents
- SST
Wave Spectra
Wave spectra at any geographic point from the Sofar Wave Model
- 1/4 degree resolution
- Includes nowcast to 16-day forecast
- Sofar Wave Model using data from WaveWatch III, ECMWF and GFS.
- Request per geographic point
Available Data
- Wind
- Waves
- Currents
- SST
Work in academia? Apply for a free license!
At Sofar, we’re committed to advancing ocean research and innovation to build a more sustainable future for humanity. To this end, we’re supporting all scientists at sea in their ocean innovation efforts. Get direct and easy API access to the largest global ocean data sensor network.