Best Buoy Weather Apps

206+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Finding the right buoy weather apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 206+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Buoy Weather Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Buoyweather - Marine ForecastsBuoyweather - Marine ForecastsFree4.6★ (755)YesYesAug 2026
2Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
3Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
4NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataNOAA Buoy Reports & Ship DataFree4.7★ (2.4K)YesYesAug 2026
5Windy.app — Wind, Tides, RadarWindy.app — Wind, Tides, RadarFree4.7★ (73K)NoYesAug 2026
6Windfinder: Wind & Weather mapWindfinder: Wind & Weather mapFree4.8★ (61K)YesYesAug 2026
7NOAA Marine Weather & ForecastNOAA Marine Weather & ForecastFree4.5★ (5K)YesYesAug 2026
8FishWeather: Marine ForecastsFishWeather: Marine ForecastsFree4.7★ (5K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Buoy Weather

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts#1

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts by Surfline/Wavetrak

Boating and Fishing Forecasts
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(755 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#23in Weather
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Get detailed marine weather forecasts for offshore fishing and boating. Plan your trips with wind, wave, and tide predictions up to 16 days out. Visualize ocean conditions with high-resolution charts and a proprietary wave forecast model for enhanced accuracy.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate forecasts
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🌊 Helpful for offshore/fishing activities
  • ⭐ Reliable and trusted app

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Premium subscription too expensive
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 📍 Inaccurate location detection
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
#91in 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
Marine Weather Forecast Pro#3

Marine Weather Forecast Pro by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#74in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Detailed weather data from multiple sources
  • 🔍 Accurate and reliable information
  • 👍 Intuitive and well-designed interface
  • 💡 Customizable spot forecasts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with data availability or app crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location forecasts
  • 🔍 Lack of certain features like wind speed units or saved locations

More Buoy Weather apps to explore

4
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
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
#1 Fishing, boating & sailing
Free

This app provides detailed wind, wave, and weather forecasts for various outdoor activities. It offers historical data, real-time alerts, and a community feature for sharing conditions. Ideal for surfers, sailors, and other wind sports enthusiasts.

Wind report, forecast, and statisticsWind alert and storm warningsWeather history (2012-2024)
☀️ Weather
(73K)
freemium
6
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Tides, waves & storm forecast
Free

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Access real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps for a global overview. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals needing precise weather data.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts
☀️ Weather
(61K)
freemium
7
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
8
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
Fish, Wind, Waves, and Tides
Free

Get hyper-local weather forecasts tailored for fishing locations, combining proprietary sensor data with public marine forecasts. Access detailed information on wind, waves, tides, and more to plan your next fishing trip with confidence.

Hyper-local weather observationsProprietary Tempest Weather SystemsNearcast AI-enhanced forecasts
☀️ Weather
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
10
Windy.com
Windy.com
Windy.com
NOAA Weather Radar & Hurricane
Free

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

Live weather radar & satelliteOver 50 weather maps15+ weather models
☀️ Weather
(78K)
free with in-app purchases
11
PredictWind — Marine Forecasts
PredictWind — Marine Forecasts
PredictWind — Marine Forecasts
#1 in Marine Weather Forecasts
Free

Get accurate marine weather forecasts and powerful tools for wind, waves, and currents. Plan your trips with routing and departure planning features, and stay informed with live observations and alerts. Ideal for all marine activities.

Accurate marine weather forecastsWind, wave, and current dataWeather routing and departure planning
☀️ Weather
(33K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
NOAA Tides, Weather & Alerts
Free

Access detailed tide and marine weather forecasts worldwide. Visualize conditions with beautiful charts and customize your experience with widgets and Live Activities. Plan your next outdoor adventure with confidence.

Worldwide tide and marine weather dataFull-screen dynamic chartsMonthly and yearly tide tables
☀️ Weather
(9.5K)
freemium
13
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
14
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather
Marine Forecasts, Waves & Wind
Free

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.

Live NOAA buoy weather observationsMarine weather forecasts and warningsInteractive map with customizable overlays
☀️ Weather
(42)
freemium
15
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
Data Live Weather Marine
Free

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.

Real-time buoy weather dataLive weather alertsSearch buoys by location or GPS
☀️ Weather
(85)
free with in-app purchases
16
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NWS Marine Weather Forecast
$1.99

Access detailed marine weather forecasts by tapping on any location on the map. Get spot-specific information on weather, wind, waves, advisories, and offshore synopses. Includes hourly tide forecasts with interactive graphs for various coastal and Great Lakes regions.

Spot specific marine weather forecastsWind and wave conditionsSevere weather advisories
☀️ Weather
(4.8K)
paid
17
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
18
WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map
WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map
WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map
Weather Alerts & Wind Speed
Free

Access hyper-local weather observations and advanced forecasts powered by a vast network of proprietary weather stations. Get real-time wind speed, direction, and detailed weather parameters for various activities. Receive customized alerts and visualize weather patterns on interactive maps.

Real-time wind speed and directionProprietary Tempest Weather SystemsAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting
☀️ Weather
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Nautide: Tides, Wind, Waves +
Nautide: Tides, Wind, Waves +
Nautide: Tides, Wind, Waves +
Plan your activities at sea
Free

Plan your maritime activities with comprehensive data on tides, waves, wind, and weather. Access detailed charts and forecasts for over 25,000 coastal stations worldwide, including fishing activity predictions and astronomical information.

Tide charts and tablesSurf swell height and directionFish activity and solunar periods
☀️ Weather
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
20
WindHub: Sailing Weather
WindHub: Sailing Weather
WindHub: Sailing Weather
Marine weather and tide chart
Free

This app provides mariners with essential marine weather and tide information. It features detailed maps for planning, accurate forecasts including wind, waves, and tides, and real-time data from numerous weather stations. It also offers marina contact details and nautical charts for the US.

Marine weather forecastsTide and current dataWind and gust predictions
☀️ Weather
(251)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Buoy Weather

What are the best buoy weather apps for iPhone?
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts tops our buoy weather apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 755 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top buoy weather apps we rank are free to download, including Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts and Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather.
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 206+ buoy weather apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Buoyweather provides detailed marine forecasts for offshore fishing and boating. It offers predictions for weather, wind, waves, and tides, helping users plan their time on the water safely and make informed decisions.
Key features include up to 16-day forecasts for weather, wind, waves, and tides, the ability to save unlimited favorite locations, high-resolution charts for visualizing ocean conditions, and a proprietary wave forecast model for enhanced accuracy.

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