# Tap Weather: Tides, Moon, Surf — Tap the map, get the forecast

> Tap any map location for instant, accurate global weather forecasts and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Ehrhardt.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-weather-tides-moon-surf/id6737233319 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paul Ehrhardt](https://appshunter.io/developer/694622660)
- Category: Weather, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: Dutch, German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish, American English, Italian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Portuguese, Polish, French (France)
- Released: 2025-03-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-weather-tides-moon-surf/id6737233319/reviews.md

## What is Tap Weather?

Tap anywhere. Sky, sea, and moon.

On vacation and unfamiliar with the area? Tired of typing city names into weather apps? Planning a hike, a surf session, or a night under the stars?

With Tap Weather you get a precise forecast for any spot on Earth — just press and hold on the map. No city search, no hassle. And with 2.0, the sky is only the beginning: the all-new Ocean and Moon tabs bring tides, surf conditions, and the lunar cycle to every point you tap.

WEATHER, ANYWHERE
• Tap the map — get current conditions, hour-by-hour detail, and an 8-day forecast
• Conditions dashboard: wind, precipitation, pressure, visibility, and more
• Severe weather alerts for storms, heavy rain, and extreme temperatures
• Works from city streets to remote trails, worldwide

OCEAN & TIDES
• Live tide curve with high and low water at a glance
• Sea conditions dashboard: swell, wave height, and water data
• Surfability score — one number that tells you if it's worth paddling out

MOON
• Interactive 3D moon that matches tonight's sky
• Phase curve, illumination, moonrise and moonset — for any location and day

WIDGETS
• Hourly weather strip, tide curve, and moon phase right on your home screen

MADE FOR EVERY DAY
• Favorites with local time — keep your spots one tap away
• A fresh design with day-and-night gradients that follow the real sun
• Full iPad support, including landscape
• Metric and imperial units, 10 languages

Some advanced cards (dashboards, surf score, moon details) are part of Tap Weather Pro. The core forecast stays free.

Plan ahead, explore freely, and be prepared wherever you go. Download Tap Weather and see the sky, sea, and moon — one tap away.

## Key features

- Tap map for instant weather
- Accurate hourly and extended forecasts
- Severe weather alerts
- Global location coverage
- Intuitive and simple design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-weather-tides-moon-surf/id6737233319/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Wetter im GoogleEarth Format

*2026-04-03*

endlich Tap Weather gefunden! Intuitiv, flüssig und einfach so wie eine Wetter App sein sollte! Zoome in die Wetter Region die dich interessiert und sofort hast du alle Infos. 5 Sterne👍🏻

### 5/5 — Die Welt in der Hand

*2025-04-02*

Endlich eine Wetter App, bei der man schnell mal schauen kann wie das Wetter bei einem weit entfernten Anrufer ist. Läuft flüssig und ist richtig schön aufgeräumt

### 5/5 — Mega cool

*2025-03-23*

Die Welt mit Wetter kennenlernen :) drehen und anhalten und schauen wie das Wetter ist :) Tolle App, tolle Idee :)

## Frequently asked questions about Tap Weather

### How does Tap Weather get weather information?

Tap Weather provides precise weather forecasts for any location by allowing you to long-press on a map. It then displays up-to-date conditions, hourly forecasts, and extended outlooks for that specific spot.

### Does Tap Weather have ads?

No, Tap Weather does not contain advertisements. It offers an ad-free experience for users to access weather information without interruption.

### What devices is Tap Weather available on?

Tap Weather is available on both iPhone and iPad devices, offering a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is Tap Weather updated?

The latest version of Tap Weather is 1.1.0, and it was last updated on September 5, 2025. Updates typically focus on improving accuracy and user experience.

### Is Tap Weather suitable for children?

Yes, Tap Weather has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children to use. Its simple interface and clear weather information are easy to understand.

### Can I get weather alerts with Tap Weather?

Yes, Tap Weather provides severe weather alerts to keep you safe. You will receive timely warnings for storms, heavy rain, and extreme temperatures.

### What makes Tap Weather different from other weather apps?

Unlike traditional weather apps that require searching for city names, Tap Weather allows you to simply tap anywhere on a map to get instant, precise forecasts for that exact location.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-08-30

Tap Weather 2.0 — our biggest update yet.

NEW
• Ocean tab: live tide curve, sea conditions dashboard, and a surfability score
• Moon tab: interactive 3D moon, phase curve, illumination, moonrise & moonset
• Home-screen widgets: hourly weather, tides, and moon phase
• Favorites now show each place's local time
• Severe weather alerts, right where you tapped

IMPROVED
• Completely redesigned for iOS 26 with a fluid glass look
• New day-and-night backgrounds that follow the real sun at your location
• Full iPad support, including landscape
• Faster forecasts and many fixes throughout

Some advanced cards are part of Tap Weather Pro — the core forecast stays free.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-08-24

Tap Weather 2.0 — our biggest update yet.

NEW
• Ocean tab: live tide curve, sea conditions dashboard, and a surfability score
• Moon tab: interactive 3D moon, phase curve, illumination, moonrise & moonset
• Home-screen widgets: hourly weather, tides, and moon phase
• Favorites now show each place's local time
• Severe weather alerts, right where you tapped

IMPROVED
• Completely redesigned for iOS 26 with a fluid glass look
• New day-and-night backgrounds that follow the real sun at your location
• Full iPad support, including landscape
• Faster forecasts and many fixes throughout

Some advanced cards are part of Tap Weather Pro — the core forecast stays free.

### 1.1.0 — 2025-09-05

Added the search feature for places and cities. Additional UI/UX improvements.

### 1.0.2 — 2025-04-01

Major bugfixes and speed improvements!

### 1.0.1 — 2025-03-23

Major bug fixes

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All apps by Paul Ehrhardt: https://appshunter.io/developer/694622660

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-03.*
