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8 free apps
Updated September 2026
BayCurrents
BayCurrents
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
β˜€οΈ Weather

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Top Alternatives to BayCurrents

Wind & Tides: Marine Forecasts#1

Wind & Tides: Marine Forecasts by Two Bit Labs

NOAA Charts, Boating, Sailing
Editor's Choice
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.7😐(406 ratings)
$4.99
#22in Weather
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Get detailed weather forecasts specifically for sailing in San Francisco Bay. Access NOAA weather, tide and current information for the Golden Gate Bridge, and real-time wind measurements from key locations.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Simple and easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Go-to app for SF Bay marine weather and tides
  • πŸ‘ Essential for sailing and wing boarding
  • πŸ‘ Concise and useful sailing information
  • πŸ‘ Reliable for daily use (historically)
  • πŸ‘ Good for day sailing on the Bay

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Inaccurate wind forecasts after format change
  • πŸ› Tide/current predictions differ significantly from other sources
  • πŸ› Angel Island weather station not reporting
  • πŸ› App not working for extended periods
  • πŸ› Basic functionality for the price
  • πŸ› Limited to San Francisco area
LuckGrib#2

LuckGrib by Craig McPheeters

#1 for sailors and enthusiasts
Strong Contender
β˜€οΈ Weather
4.9😊(338 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides advanced weather data visualization, downloading, and routing for sailors and weather enthusiasts. It offers access to a wide range of global and high-resolution weather and ocean models, with features for optimizing routes and analyzing complex weather parameters. Remote access via satellite is also supported.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Excellent weather forecasting and routing
  • πŸ‘ Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • πŸ’‘ Wide range of weather models and data sources
  • 🚒 Tailored for sailors and offshore navigation
  • πŸ’° One-time purchase, no subscription fees

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional issues with GRIB file downloads
  • ⚠️ Steep learning curve for some features
  • πŸ” Lack of support for some boat types (e.g., catamarans)

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