We combined a classic trend detection method, the Mann–Kendall test, with new Innovative Trend Analysis techniques that visualize changes in ways traditional statistics cannot. These methods include polygon‑based diagrams, radar charts, and bar plots that show where and when waves and winds are increasing or decreasing. Our automated workflow created over 600 high‑quality figures showing trends for each site and time period.

Preliminary results suggest that wave heights and wind speeds show uneven seasonal patterns, with some areas increasing and others decreasing, while wave periods vary more irregularly. These early findings highlight the complexity of the Gulf’s climate and the need for further analysis. Our approach provides new tools for understanding how marine conditions evolve over time, which is valuable for research, coastal planning, and risk management.