Best Boat Weather Buoy Apps

229+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
15 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 229+ boat weather buoy apps on iOS, 15 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Boat Weather Buoy Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NOAA National Data Buoy MarineNOAA National Data Buoy MarineFree4.4★ (85)YesYesMay 2026
2Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
3BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy WeatherBuoyPro: NOAA Buoy WeatherFree4.6★ (42)NoYesAug 2026
4NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataNOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataFree4.7★ (2.4K)YesYesAug 2026
5NOAA Buoy and Tide DataNOAA Buoy and Tide Data$1.993.9★ (32)NoNoJul 2026
6BoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesBoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesFree4.8★ (58K)NoNoAug 2026
7BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine WeatherBuoyWhale: NOAA Marine WeatherFree4.6★ (315)YesYesJul 2026
8NOAA Marine Buoy and WeatherNOAA Marine Buoy and WeatherFree4.0★ (4)YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Boat Weather Buoy

NOAA National Data Buoy Marine#1

NOAA National Data Buoy Marine by Andrea Bisegna

Data Live Weather Marine
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.4(85 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 buoys worldwide. View current conditions, forecasts, and alerts. Plan your outdoor activities with detailed wind, wave, and temperature information.

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather#2

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Marine Forecast, Waves & Tides
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(14K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#100in Weather
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Access real-time marine weather observations from NOAA buoys and NOAA marine forecasts. Get tide predictions, hourly forecasts, and stay updated on watches and advisories. Pro features include interactive weather maps and custom notifications.

What We Love

  • 👍 Accurate and dependable forecasts
  • 🚀 Essential for boating and fishing
  • 💡 Provides critical weather and sea condition data
  • 🤝 Responsive customer service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data availability for some locations
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location data
  • 💰 Aggressive upselling for paid version
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather#3

BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather by ASR Concepts LLC

Marine Forecasts, Waves & Wind
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6(42 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access real-time NOAA buoy data, marine weather observations, and forecasts. Plan your water activities with confidence using wind, wave, and temperature information. Features an interactive map and customizable overlays for a comprehensive view.

More Boat Weather Buoy apps to explore

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NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data
Marine Wind, Wave & Sea Temps
Free

Access detailed buoy and ship observation data without weather forecasts or tide information. View current conditions, historical trends, and storm locations on an intuitive map. Monitor your favorite locations with customizable widgets.

Intuitive map interfaceQuick-view FavoritesTropical Storm/Hurricane/Cyclone locations
☀️ Weather
(2.4K)
free with in-app purchases
5
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
by Verona Solutions, LLC
$1.99

Access real-time weather data from NOAA's National Data Buoy Center, including wind, pressure, and marine conditions. Get tide predictions and moon phase information to plan your water activities effectively.

Live buoy dataTide predictionsMoon phase information
☀️ Weather
(32)
free
6
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories
☀️ Weather
(58K)
free with in-app purchases
7
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
Wind, Waves, Tide, and Alerts
Free

Access real-time NOAA buoy data worldwide with customizable alerts for wind, waves, and tides. View detailed current conditions, historical charts, and sun/moon times. Manage favorite buoys and filter data for a focused experience.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataCustomizable condition alertsInteractive map with buoy markers
☀️ Weather
(315)
free with in-app purchases
8
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
Live Marine Weather & Waves
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from NOAA buoys, including wave heights, temperatures, and wind conditions. Features an interactive map to find nearby stations and view live camera feeds for informed coastal and water activities.

Live marine weather dataReal-time wave heights and periodsWater and air temperatures
☀️ Weather
(4)
ad-supported
9
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Boating Go/No-Go Wind & Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
10
NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather
Tides, wind & wave forecasts
Free
☀️ Weather
(1)
11
NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO
NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO
NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO
National Data Buoy Center
$27.99

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 NOAA buoys worldwide. Plan your outdoor expeditions with detailed information on wind, waves, temperature, and more. Offline access to the last available observations is also provided.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataGlobal buoy search and map viewSave favorite buoys
☀️ Weather
(6)
subscription
12
바다날씨 - Boat8
바다날씨 - Boat8
바다날씨 - Boat8
해양예보, 물때와 파도
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
13
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
National Data Buoy Center
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 NOAA buoys across the USA. Plan your outdoor activities with detailed information on wind, waves, temperature, and more. Offline access to the last known observations is also available.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataSearch buoys by name, region, or GPSMap view of all buoys
☀️ Weather
(564)
free with in-app purchases
14
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
Data Live Weather Marine
$27.99

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 buoys worldwide. Get live alerts, forecasts, and detailed observations including wind, waves, and temperature. Plan your outdoor adventures with localized weather information.

1,500+ weather buoys with past data and forecastsLive weather alertsSearch buoys by name, location, or GPS
☀️ Weather
(2)
free with in-app purchases
15
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
Live info on Nautical Charts
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

Access real-time maritime weather data from NOAA, including tides, wave height, wind, and temperature. Features a global map of buoys and detailed marine charts for planning nautical activities.

Real-time buoy dataTide predictions and moon phasesGlobal marine map overview
☀️ Weather
(7)
free with in-app purchases
16
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Live ocean buoy data worldwide
Free

Access live scientific data from ocean buoys globally. View water temperature, swell height, and more from public scientific organizations. Features include automatic closest buoy selection, map browsing, favorites, and distance/bearing calculations.

Live buoy data worldwideWater temperature and swell heightAutomatic closest buoy selection
☀️ Weather
(892)
free with in-app purchases
17
OutCast - Marine Weather
OutCast - Marine Weather
OutCast - Marine Weather
Marine Weather, Buoy and Tides
$1.99

Access detailed marine weather forecasts, buoy conditions, tide information, and hourly/daily/weekly reports. View live radar imagery and save custom waypoints for your favorite outdoor locations. Stay informed about changing conditions to plan your next adventure.

Marine weather forecastsBuoy and tide station dataHourly, daily, weekly weather reports
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
18
Boating Weather
Boating Weather
Boating Weather
by Blue Whale Apps Inc
$1.99

Get detailed marine weather forecasts for coastal zones in the United States. View wind speed, wave height, surf conditions, and small craft advisories. Perfect for planning boating trips, fishing, or sailing.

National Weather Service forecastsWind speed, wave height, surf forecastSmall craft advisories
☀️ Weather
(3.2K)
free
19
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast
Predict wind, swell, and waves
Free

This app provides real-time wind, wave, and weather predictions for maritime activities. It features intuitive charts, station search, and customizable subscription plans to enhance your experience on the water.

Accurate wind, wave, and weather predictionsIntuitive wind, wave, and weather chartsStation search with custom suggestions
☀️ Weather
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Free

Access comprehensive NOAA marine weather data, including real-time buoy readings, 5-day forecasts, and historical wave trends. Visualize data with map overlays and receive severe weather alerts. An Apple Watch app is also available.

Real-time marine buoy data5-day NWS marine weather forecastHistorical wave trend reports
☀️ Weather
(16K)
freemium

FAQ about Boat Weather Buoy

What are the best boat weather buoy apps for iPhone?
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine tops our boat weather buoy apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 85 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 15 of the top boat weather buoy apps we rank are free to download, including NOAA National Data Buoy Marine and Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather.
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 229+ boat weather buoy apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine provides real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 weather buoys. It offers current conditions, forecasts, and live weather alerts to help users plan outdoor activities.
The app provides current weather conditions, sunrise/sunset times, moon phase, wind data (direction, speed, gust), wave data (direction, height, period), air and water temperatures, and atmospheric pressure.