UGOS Drifter Dataset for ID # 08954

This dataset contains surface current data collected from UGOS MASTR Drifters (Far Horizon Drifters) deployed in the Gulf. They were specifically positioned to capture dynamic features such as the Loop Current, Dry Tortugas Eddy, Florida Current, Gulf Stream, and Eddy Denali. The dataset includes quality-controlled, hourly measurements intended for model assimilation and validation. Data covers the temporal range from January to July 2024.

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Campo Valor
Fuente https://gulfhub.tamucc.edu/data/UGOS3/WHG_FHD/
Start Time 2024-02-20T22:45:14-05:00
End Time 2024-02-21T04:45:14-05:00
Data Profile Created noviembre 12, 2024, 15:33 (UTC)
Data Profile Last Updated febrero 4, 2026, 22:55 (UTC)
Measurement Frequency Hourly (Quality-Controlled)
Observed Features Loop Current, Dry Tortugas Eddy, Florida Current, Gulf Stream, Eddy Denali
Spatial Resolution Approximately 1 km drift paths
Latitude Maximum 20.64
Latitude Minimum 20.62
Longitude Maximum -86.71
Longitude Minimum -86.75
speeds >1.5 knots