Best Forecast Ocean Apps

216+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 216+ forecast ocean apps on iOS, 19 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 Forecast Ocean Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesJul 2026
2Buoyweather - Marine ForecastsBuoyweather - Marine ForecastsFree4.6★ (744)YesYesJul 2026
3Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesJul 2026
4OceanConnectOceanConnectFree5.0★ (3)NoNoJul 2026
5Surfline: Wave & Surf ReportsSurfline: Wave & Surf ReportsFree4.7★ (30K)YesYesJul 2026
6Fishing Calendar & Tide TimesFishing Calendar & Tide TimesFree4.4★ (12K)NoYesJul 2026
7PredictWind — Marine ForecastsPredictWind — Marine ForecastsFree4.8★ (33K)NoYesJul 2026
8National Weather Forecast DataNational Weather Forecast DataFree4.6★ (12K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Forecast Ocean

Marine Weather Forecast Pro#1

Marine Weather Forecast Pro by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#81in 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
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts#2

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts by Surfline/Wavetrak

Accurate Marine Weather
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(744 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#17in 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#3

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Marine Forecast, Waves & Tides
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(14K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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

More Forecast Ocean apps to explore

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OceanConnect
OceanConnect
OceanConnect
Ocean conditions and forecasts
Free

Access detailed ocean conditions and forecasts for coastal regions from Northern California to south-western Alaska. This free application requires no login and is fully supported by the Hakai Institute.

Ocean conditions and forecastsCoastal BC coverageNorthern California to Alaska
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
5
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports
Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide
Free

This app provides detailed surf forecasts, live conditions, and expert analysis to help surfers plan their sessions. Access over 1000 live cams worldwide, hourly data on wave height, wind, and tide, and track your progress with session logging. Premium members receive exclusive discounts and giveaways.

Global live surf camsHourly condition dataExpert surf reports
☀️ Weather
(30K)
freemium
6
Fishing Calendar & Tide Times
Fishing Calendar & Tide Times
Fishing Calendar & Tide Times
Weather Forecast & Spots
Free

This app provides advanced solunar predictions to help anglers find the best fishing times and locations. It integrates weather forecasts and tide predictions to enhance your fishing success. You can also log your catches with detailed information and share them with friends.

Solunar prediction calendarWeather and tide forecastsCatch logging and database
☀️ Weather
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
8
National Weather Forecast Data
National Weather Forecast Data
National Weather Forecast Data
NOAA Weather Point Forecast
Free

Access detailed weather forecasts from NOAA by tapping on a map. View 7-day forecasts, including summaries, wind, snow, and severe weather. Explore national weather service discussions and data from over 40,000 stations.

Interactive map for weather forecasts7-day NWS/NOAA spot forecastsNational Weather Service discussions
☀️ Weather
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Pro Angler - Fishing App
Pro Angler - Fishing App
Pro Angler - Fishing App
Fish Identifier, Spots & Maps
Free

This comprehensive fishing application offers extensive data on fishing spots, marine weather, tide charts, and a detailed guide to global fish species. It provides local fishing reports, regulations, and navigation tools to enhance your angling experience, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned angler.

110,000+ Fishing Hot SpotsMarine Weather & TidesAngler Fish Species Guide
⚽ Sports
(6.1K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Windfinder: ветер и погода
Windfinder: ветер и погода
Windfinder: ветер и погода
Прогноз прилива, волн и шторма
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
11
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
12
Marla Blue - Diving forecasts
Marla Blue - Diving forecasts
Marla Blue - Diving forecasts
Diving conditions & visibility
Free

Plan your next underwater adventure with detailed marine weather forecasts. Get AI-powered visibility predictions, swell, wind, tide, and temperature data for over 800 dive spots. Receive algae bloom alerts and real-time viz reports from a community of divers.

Underwater visibility forecasts (AI & satellite)Swell, wind, tides, water temperatureAlgae bloom alerts
☀️ Weather
(2)
free with in-app purchases
13
Windy - 실시간 날씨 예보. 바람 및 파도 정보
Windy - 실시간 날씨 예보. 바람 및 파도 정보
Windy - 실시간 날씨 예보. 바람 및 파도 정보
#1 해양 날씨, 바람 및 파도
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
(72K)
freemium
14
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
15
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW Surf Forecast
MSW is now Surfline
Free

Access comprehensive surf forecasts, live surf cams, and expert reports for breaks worldwide. Plan future surf trips with 16-day forecasts and relive your sessions with wave analysis and video playback. Shop surf gear and stay updated on surf news.

Live surf cams at 950+ breaks16-day long-range forecastsDaily surf reports from experts
☀️ Weather
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Wind Speed Forecast App
Wind Speed Forecast App
Wind Speed Forecast App
NOAA Wind & Weather Forecast
Free

Get detailed wind, wave, and weather forecasts for any location. Access NOAA data, wind station information, and weather overlays. A premium subscription unlocks hourly forecasts, high-resolution satellite imagery, and extended forecast models.

7-Day NOAA Weather ForecastPoint & Zone Forecasts40,000+ Wind Stations
☀️ Weather
(4.1K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts
Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts
Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts
Next generation wave forecasts
Free

This app provides detailed wave, surf, and wind forecasts for water enthusiasts and marine professionals. It offers global and nearshore wave modeling, real-time ocean data, and interactive 3D maps to visualize conditions. Users can save favorite locations and access premium features for advanced analysis.

Global and nearshore wave forecastsCustom ultra high-resolution wave modelsThousands of worldwide locations
☀️ Weather
(117)
free with in-app purchases
18
Tide Pro
Tide Pro
Tide Pro
Global Ocean & Wave Forecast
Free

This app provides high-precision forecasts for ocean weather, including astronomical tides, storm surges, and merged ocean currents. It offers detailed data on wave conditions, ocean currents at various depths, and marine bio-chemistry. Users can also access seabed elevation and field water/soil temperatures.

Astronomical tide and currents forecast6-Day storm surge forecastMerged ocean-currents approach
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free with in-app purchases
19
Forecast Now
Forecast Now
Forecast Now
Your local weather forecast.
Free

Get detailed local weather forecasts for any US town, including daily and hourly predictions, animated radar, and hazardous weather alerts. Track air quality, UV index, and snowfall with data from official US sources. An optional subscription removes ads and unlocks advanced satellite imagery.

7-day daily weather forecast24-hour hourly forecastAnimated radar and satellite views
☀️ Weather
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Marine Weather and Tides
Marine Weather and Tides
Marine Weather and Tides
Waves, Tides, Wind Forecast
Free

Provides detailed marine weather forecasts including wind, waves, and currents, alongside precise tidal information. Plan your water activities with hourly updates on temperature, air pressure, and sun/moon times. Features a home screen widget for wave height and saved locations.

Hourly swell and wind wave reportsCurrents forecastWater temperature
☀️ Weather
(50)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Forecast Ocean

What are the best forecast ocean apps for iPhone?
Marine Weather Forecast Pro tops our forecast ocean apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 16K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top forecast ocean apps we rank are free to download, including Marine Weather Forecast Pro and Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts.
Marine Weather Forecast Pro has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 216+ forecast ocean apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app offers a comprehensive suite of NOAA marine weather data. It includes real-time buoy readings for various parameters like wave height, wind speed, and temperature. You can also access 5-day NWS marine forecasts, historical wave trend reports, and 7-day hourly forecasts from models like WaveWatch III.
The Pro subscription unlocks advanced features such as hourly wave, wind, and weather forecasts, NWS severe weather push notifications customized by marine zone, access to NCEP weather forecast models, and the ability to view over 20,000 weather stations. It also provides high-resolution satellite imagery and NASA map overlays.