# WRI Dolphin

> Global maritime weather and routing data with vessel tracking and alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Weather Routing Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wri-dolphin/id6744825292 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Weather Routing Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1486427449)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-12-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wri-dolphin/id6744825292/reviews.md

## What is WRI Dolphin?

Dolphin is Weather Routing Inc.'s supplemental website and mobile application that provides a suite of weather/routing tools and information for the maritime sector worldwide. You have access to:

3 Hourly Global Forecast Data and Maps for:
                Wind Direction/Speed
                Sea and Swell Height/Directions/Periods
                Currents
                Radar/Lightning
                Precipitation
                Sea Level Pressure
                Visibility

Track vessel progress and route 
WRI Heavy Weather Alerts & Hazards
Tropical Cyclone Tracker
Port Forecasts
Vessel Specific Route Weather Data
Push Notifications for Warnings and Threats

Weather data and forecasts are continuously received and processed in house and immediately distributed to the website and mobile application. You have complete control over the map at the tip of your finger. You can pan the map all over the world and zoom in and out.

Please note that this app is still a work in progress.

## Key features

- 3 Hourly Global Forecast Data
- Wind, Wave, and Current Forecasts
- Radar and Lightning Data
- Vessel Tracking
- Heavy Weather Alerts
- Port Forecasts
- Push Notifications


## Frequently asked questions about WRI Dolphin

### What weather data does WRI Dolphin provide?

WRI Dolphin offers 3-hourly global forecast data including wind direction/speed, sea and swell height/directions/periods, currents, radar/lightning, precipitation, sea level pressure, and visibility.

### Can I track vessels with WRI Dolphin?

Yes, WRI Dolphin allows you to track vessel progress and route, providing real-time information for maritime operations.

### Does WRI Dolphin provide severe weather alerts?

Yes, the application includes WRI Heavy Weather Alerts & Hazards and a Tropical Cyclone Tracker to keep users informed about significant weather events.

### What devices is WRI Dolphin compatible with?

WRI Dolphin is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, indicating broad Apple device compatibility.

### How often is WRI Dolphin updated?

The latest version is 1.4.4, last updated on May 27, 2026, suggesting regular updates to improve functionality and data accuracy.

### Is WRI Dolphin free to use?

Yes, WRI Dolphin is available for free, with no mention of in-app purchases or subscriptions in the provided data.

### Does WRI Dolphin have ads?

No, the application is listed as having no ads, providing an uninterrupted user experience for its maritime weather tools.

### What is the age rating for WRI Dolphin?

WRI Dolphin has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in maritime weather information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.0 — 2026-08-12

Security fixes and app background refresh

### 1.4.4 — 2026-05-27

Bug fix for message viewer.
Set preferences for notifications.

### 1.4.3 — 2026-05-14

- Land tiling dataset fixed
- Lightning checkbox added in settings
- Bug fix for ship specific messages

### 1.4.2 — 2026-05-10

Bug fixes in the mapping system. Port Forecasts now available in the widget view.

### 1.4.1 — 2026-04-15

Minor fix to adjust the label warning when ECMWF is in the long range for the 06z and 18z model runs.

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## More apps by Weather Routing Inc.

- [SeaWeather WRI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seaweather-wri/id1486427450)

All apps by Weather Routing Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/1486427449

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