Radio Frequencies for the Mariner
NOAA Radio Frequencies
| NOAA Channel | Frequency (MHz) | Frequency (kHz) | Use | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WX1 | 162.550 MHz | 162550 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
| WX2 | 162.400 MHz | 162400 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
| WX3 | 162.475 MHz | 162475 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
| WX4 | 162.425 MHz | 162425 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
| WX5 | 162.450 MHz | 162450 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
| WX6 | 162.500 MHz | 162500 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
| WX7 | 162.525 MHz | 162525 kHz | NOAA Weather Radio Broadcast | FM Narrowband |
Marine VHF Radio
| Channel | Frequency (MHz) | Primary Use | DSC Capability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 | 156.300 | Intership Safety Communications | No |
| 09 | 156.450 | Boater Calling Channel | No |
| 13 | 156.650 | Bridge-to-Bridge Navigation Safety | No |
| 16 | 156.800 | International Distress, Safety and Calling | No (Voice Calling) |
| 18A | 156.900 | Commercial Working | No |
| 19A | 156.950 | Commercial Working | No |
| 22A | 157.100 | Coast Guard Safety Information | No |
| 24-28 | 157.200-157.400 | Public Correspondence (Marine Operator) | No |
| 68 | 156.425 | Non-Commercial Working | No |
| 69 | 156.475 | Non-Commercial Working | No |
| 70 | 156.525 | Digital Selective Calling (DSC) | YES – DSC ONLY |
| 71 | 156.575 | Non-Commercial Working | No |
| 72 | 156.625 | Non-Commercial Intership | No |
| 73 | 156.675 | Port Operations / Safety | No |
| 74 | 156.725 | Port Operations | No |
| 77 | 156.875 | Intership Working | No |