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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 8, 2011
  • June 19, 2017

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Access crucial NWS and NOAA data for forecasting waves on the Great Lakes. View buoy readings, nearshore forecasts, and animated wave, wind, and water temperature predictions. Includes weather maps for the entire region.

Buoy data (wind, wave height, direction, period)
Nearshore forecasts
Animated wave forecasts
Animated wind forecasts
Animated water temperature forecasts
Animated US weather map
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What's New in SurfingLakes

1.4.1

June 19, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - Fixed bug with menu, making it easier to click on menu items. - Fixed bug with remembering the last lake viewed. Now it returns to the last lake you viewed when you completely close the app and open it again.

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User reviews

Surfinglakes

Why has this app stopped working used to use everyday now it’s just dead.

No longer useful

I used his several times a week but the most recent forecast is from July 2021. I’ll need to find a better solution.

Was once great

Was once a great app but barely works now. Please give it some attention developer.

Please fix!

This was a great app. Very useful. But it hasn’t worked for sometime… I’d love to see you fix in place before the next great lakes surf season!

not working

App is still not working. Need to fix!!!

FAQ

What information does SurfingLakes provide?

SurfingLakes provides access to NWS and NOAA data to help you forecast waves on the Great Lakes. This includes detailed buoy data such as wind speed, wave height, and direction, as well as nearshore forecasts and animated predictions for waves, wind, and water temperatures.

What are the key features of SurfingLakes?

Key features include comprehensive buoy data for American and Canadian buoys, NWS nearshore forecasts, and animated NOAA GLCFS forecasts for waves, wind, and water temperatures. It also includes an animated US weather map showing fronts.

Is SurfingLakes free to use?

Yes, the SurfingLakes app is free to use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

What areas does SurfingLakes cover?

The app provides coverage for all of the Great Lakes, including Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Erie, Lake Huron, and Lake Ontario.

Who would benefit from using SurfingLakes?

This app is designed for anyone who needs to forecast wave conditions and weather on the Great Lakes, such as surfers, boaters, or outdoor enthusiasts planning activities in the region.