Located in Whitegate, East Cork, Ireland, on the shores of Cork Harbour, Whitegate Observatory is a private amateur observatory dedicated to astronomy, radio science, and marine observation. The site benefits from relatively dark skies for an Irish coastal location, with the expanse of Cork Harbour providing excellent horizons for both optical and radio work.
The observatory runs automated forecasts and data collection around the clock, combining weather modelling, tide data, and astronomical calculations to plan observing sessions and marine activities.
Cork Harbour weather forecast with wave and swell data, fishing forecast, tide chart, and observatory location map.
HF and VHF radio operations including amateur radio contacts and propagation monitoring.
Passive radio astronomy observations including solar and Jupiter noise storm monitoring.
Astrophotography outlook with a nightly scoring forecast for cloud cover, sky darkness, and seeing conditions.
Ground station data from the TinyGS network of LoRa satellite receivers.
Whitegate, East Cork, Ireland — 51°49'N, 8°14'W. Situated on the eastern shore of Cork Harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in the world.