Best Forecast Wave Apps

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

If you already know Wavemaps, this is the deeper bench. 241+ forecast wave apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of September 2026.

Compare top Forecast Wave Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Wavemaps: Wave ForecastsWavemaps: Wave ForecastsFree4.9★ (186)NoYesSep 2026
2Tide forecast: Waves & WindTide forecast: Waves & WindFree4.7★ (13)YesYesSep 2026
3MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesSep 2026
4Current - Surf ForecastCurrent - Surf ForecastFree4.7★ (14)NoYesSep 2026
5Surf It – Forecast & WavesSurf It – Forecast & WavesFreeNoYesMay 2026
6Wave ForecastWave ForecastFree5.0★ (2)NoNoAug 2026
7Surfing Waves: Surf ForecastSurfing Waves: Surf ForecastFreeNoNoJul 2026
8Eddy Surf Report Wave ForecastEddy Surf Report Wave ForecastFree4.8★ (29)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Forecast Wave

Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts#1

Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts by Miguel Canals

Surf, Wave, Wind and Fish
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.9(186 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

Tide forecast: Waves & Wind#2

Tide forecast: Waves & Wind by Oleksandr Kondenko

Tides, waves, wind, solunar
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7(13 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This marine guide provides a 5-day forecast for tides, waves, and wind, along with water and air temperatures. It offers localized data for your nearest city, including moon and sun times, to help plan aquatic activities.

MSW Surf Forecast#3

MSW Surf Forecast by Surfline/Wavetrak

MSW is now Surfline
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(15K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Accurate surf forecasts
  • 📊 Detailed wave and weather information
  • 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of surf spots
  • ⏱️ Helpful tide and sunrise/sunset times
  • 🎨 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🔍 Useful camera views of surf conditions
  • 🌍 Global coverage for traveling surfers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in forecasts
  • 💰 Paywall for some features (e.g., webcams)
  • 🔍 Limited number of spots in some regions
  • 🔀 Navigation changes can be confusing
  • 🔋 Concerns about battery drain

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FAQ about Forecast Wave

What are the best forecast wave apps for iPhone?
Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts tops our forecast wave apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 186 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top forecast wave apps we rank are free to download, including Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts and Tide forecast: Waves & Wind.
Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 241+ forecast wave apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Wavemaps is a comprehensive app for wave, surf, and wind forecasting. It provides detailed forecasts up to 16 days in advance, catering to a wide range of water-based activities and marine professions. The app offers both global and ultra-high resolution nearshore wave modeling.
Key features include accurate wave and wind forecasts, thousands of worldwide locations with personalized forecast options, real-time ocean data from buoys, and interactive 3D maps that visualize ocean conditions. It also offers unique displays showing wave interaction with the seabed.

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