# Windfinder: Wind & Weather map — Tides, waves & storm forecast

> Detailed wind, weather, wave, and tide forecasts with real-time measurements. (iPhone/iPad app by Windfinder.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-wind-and-weather-map/id336829635 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Windfinder](https://appshunter.io/developer/336829638)
- Category: Weather, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 61,094 App Store ratings · 451 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 81 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Portuguese, European Spanish
- Released: 2009-11-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-wind-and-weather-map/id336829635/reviews.md

## What is Windfinder?

Detailed wind and weather forecasts for your location. 
See wind, waves, tides and weather reports and current wind measurements for your own weather predictions. Easy to use and free of charge.


FEATURES:

+ Detailed wind and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations
+ Current wind and weather measurements in real-time from 21,000 weather stations
+ Tide forecasts for high and low tides for over 20,000 locations around the world
+ Favorites: save nearby locations and monitor the weather
+ Animated wind map for a global wind overview
+ Small Wind Widgets (current conditions)
+ New: Severe weather warnings for the US and Europe
+ Measurements listed in knots, Beaufort, mph, km/h and m/s
+ Parameters: Wind speed, wind direction, gusts, air temperature, felt temperature, clouds coverage, precipitation, air pressure, wave height, wave period and wave direction
+ Webcams
+ Optimized display for optimal readability on the go and on any mobile device
+ Optimized data transfer for a quicker load speed
+ Topographic maps provide a quick overview of weather conditions and assist with route planning
+ Easy to use interface - even with wet and cold hands


PERFECT FOR:

• Kitesurfing & Windsurfing – find that next storm or windy days next door or at your next vacation
• Sailing – plan your next sailing trip and ensure safe passage by avoiding bad weather at sea
• Wing Foiling - Catch the wind with your wing
• Surfing – find the perfect wave and high swell
• Dinghy sailing & regatta racers
• SUP & Kayak – make sure high waves and wind don’t risk your adventures
• Paragliding – find a good wind right from the start
• Fishing – ensure a good catch with wind directions and tides
• Cycling, hiking & trekking – check if it will be windy on your route and take the right gear
• Boat owners & captains – keep an eye on the current wind conditions and tides
• ... anyone interested in reliable wind and weather predictions


WINDFINDER PLUS:

Subscribe to Windfinder Plus to get access to all features. With Windfinder Plus you also get:
+ Wind alerts: Specify your preferred wind conditions and get notified when windy or calm days are forecasted
+ Superforecast: our hourly high-resolution forecasting model for North America, Europe, South Africa, Egypt and the Canary Islands
+ Wind & Weather Widgets in all sizes with wind preview
+ Ad free: no distractions
+ Wind preview: get a quick visual overview of the next ten days
+ New: Value grid for weather parameters directly on the map
+ Animated wind speed maps with wind gusts, temperature, precipitation and topographic images
+ Wind report map: Real-time wind measurements from over 21,000 stations directly on the wind map
+ all webcams in the area
+ many more

Windfinder Plus is available as an In App Purchase.

Subscriptions:
Windfinder Plus: We offer auto-renewable "Windfinder Plus" subscriptions for one month or one year. The subscription unlocks the full feature set of Windfinder Plus.
Remove Ads: We offer auto-renewable "Remove Ads" subscriptions for 3 months, 6 months or one year. The app will be free of ads while the "Remove Ads" subscription is active.

Details:
A free trial period of 7 days is offered. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. You will be charged for another period (1 month, 3 months, 6 months or one year) unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the subscription is renewed. You can turn off the auto-renewal in your account settings after purchase.
Terms of Use: www.windfinder.com/contact/terms
Privacy Policy: www.windfinder.com/contact/privacy_policy.htm


SOCIAL MEDIA:

• Facebook: @Windfinder.com
• Instagram: @windfindercom
• Youtube: wind.to/Youtube
• Support: support@windfinder.com
• FAQ: windfinder.com/help

## Key features

- Detailed wind and weather forecasts
- Real-time wind and weather measurements
- Tide forecasts
- Animated wind map
- Severe weather warnings
- Webcams

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 month ad-free | $2.49 | per 3 months |
| 6 month ad-free | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year ad free | $4.99 | per year |
| 3 month ad-free | $2.49 | per 3 months |
| 6 month ad-free | $3.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year ad free | $4.99 | per year |
| Windfinder Plus monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Windfinder Plus Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| Windfinder Plus Yearly | $12.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #47 in Top Free · Weather (US App Store)
- #48 in Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

## What do users think of Windfinder?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Accurate wind and weather forecasts
- 🚀 Detailed and easy-to-use interface
- 💡 Helpful for planning outdoor activities and sports
- 👍 Reliable and consistent performance
- 💡 Includes tide information

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in wind/weather predictions
- 🔍 Limited information for some locations
- 💰 Ads can be intrusive in free version
- 🔍 Lack of advanced features like dark mode

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on some devices
- Widget not functioning properly

**Most requested features**

- Hourly wind/weather updates
- Ability to add custom locations
- More detailed weather information (rain, humidity, etc.)
- Integration with other weather/outdoor apps

## Recent user reviews (10 of 451)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-wind-and-weather-map/id336829635/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2026-08-26, version 5.41.2*

veoma loša i neprecizna app nemada pokazube da su talasi 0.1 a kad odete na jezero tamo 2.5ft dosada me koštala min 150$ za gorivo jer sam joj verovao

### 5/5 — My to go before planning a fishing trip

*2026-08-17, version 5.41.1*

I never go out or plan anything without checking this app before.. great info and accurate.

### 5/5 — Seas

*2026-08-16, version 5.41.1*

The seas in my area is always worse than Windfinder shows on so if it says say 1.5 you can expect 2.5 . Any way to be more accurate

### 1/5 — Unreliable

*2026-08-15, version 5.41.1*

Forecast and super forecast are vastly different making the app completely reliable. Uninstalling

### 5/5 — 👍

*2026-08-13, version 5.41.1*

👍

### 5/5 — Credit Card

*2026-08-11, version 5.41.1*

I would love to join the experience as a full membership member but the only payment accepted is through Apple ID. Unfortunately I don’t use it, wind finder should allow other types of payments…like a CC

### 3/5 — Wave direction

*2026-08-10, version 5.41.1*

We get all kind of arrows but we don’t get wave directions.

### 5/5 — My  Go To

*2026-08-09, version 5.41.1*

It’s my go to app for the wind.  Hands down, the best.

### 5/5 — Great service

*2026-08-09, version 5.41.1*

Always dependable

### 5/5 — Love it

*2026-08-04, version 5.41.0*

This is one of the better and comprehensive weather sites!!

## Frequently asked questions about Windfinder

### What does the Windfinder app do?

Windfinder provides detailed wind and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations globally. It also offers real-time wind and weather measurements from thousands of weather stations, tide forecasts, and animated wind maps for a comprehensive overview of current and upcoming conditions.

### What are the key features of Windfinder?

Key features include detailed forecasts for wind, weather, waves, and tides, real-time measurements from weather stations, animated wind maps, webcams, and severe weather warnings for the US and Europe. Users can also save favorite locations and utilize widgets for quick access to information.

### How much does Windfinder cost?

The app offers a free version with essential features. For access to advanced features like wind alerts, the Superforecast model, ad-free experience, and detailed wind previews, users can subscribe to Windfinder Plus, available as a monthly or yearly in-app purchase.

### Who is Windfinder for?

This app is perfect for kitesurfers, windsurfers, sailors, surfers, paragliders, fishermen, cyclists, hikers, boat owners, and anyone who relies on accurate wind and weather predictions for their activities or profession.

### What kind of weather data does Windfinder provide?

Windfinder provides a wide range of weather parameters including wind speed, wind direction, gusts, air temperature, felt temperature, cloud coverage, precipitation, air pressure, wave height, wave period, and wave direction. It also includes tide forecasts and webcam imagery.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.41.2 — 2026-08-25

- Text optimizations
- Visual updates
- Bug fixes

### 5.41.1 — 2026-08-06

- Text optimizations
- Visual updates
- Bug fixes

### 5.41.0 — 2026-07-29

- Text optimizations
- Visual updates
- Bug fixes

### 5.40.1 — 2026-05-26

- Improvements to the Windfinder Plus purchase process
- Many minor bug fixes

### 5.40.0 — 2026-05-21

- Improvements to the Windfinder Plus purchase process
- Many minor bug fixes

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| --- | --- | --- | --- |
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- [Windfinder Pro: Wind & Weather](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/windfinder-pro-wind-and-weather/id336901296)

All apps by Windfinder: https://appshunter.io/developer/336829638

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