Best Forecast Wave Apps

224+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating

19 free apps

Updated May 2026

If you already know Surfline, this is the deeper bench. 224+ forecast wave apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of May 2026.

Top Picks for Forecast Wave

#1

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports by Surfline/Wavetrak

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide

Editor's Choice

☀️ Weather

4.7😊(30K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

#7in Weather

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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.

What We Love

🌊 Accurate surf forecasting
📽️ Useful live surf cams
🤙 Helpful for planning surf trips
🏄‍♂️ Invaluable for surfers

Room to Improve

🤑 Expensive premium subscription
🚫 Limited access for free users
🌐 Inconsistent accuracy of forecasts

#2

Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts by Miguel Canals

Next generation wave forecasts

Strong Contender

☀️ Weather

4.9(117 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-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.

#3

Tide forecast: Waves & Wind by Oleksandr Kondenko

Tides, waves, wind, solunar

Worth Considering

☀️ 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.

More Forecast Wave apps to explore

Marine Weather Forecast Pro

Marine Weather Forecast Pro

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast

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

Windfinder: Wind & Weather map

Windfinder: Wind & Weather map

Tides, waves & storm forecast

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

SailFlow: Sailing Forecasts

SailFlow: Sailing Forecasts

Wind, Maps, Waves & Tides

Get hyper-accurate, real-time marine weather forecasts and live wind reports. This app uses proprietary weather systems and integrates public data for detailed wind, wave, tide, and radar information. Customize alerts and track your favorite sailing spots.

Proprietary Tempest Weather SystemsLive wind and current station reportsAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting

free with in-app purchases

FishWeather: Marine Forecasts

FishWeather: Marine Forecasts

Fish, Wind, Waves, and Tides

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

free with in-app purchases

MSW Surf Forecast

MSW Surf Forecast

MSW is now Surfline

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

free with in-app purchases

WAVE 3 Louisville Weather

WAVE 3 Louisville Weather

by Gray Television Group, Inc.

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. This app provides daily and hourly forecasts, severe weather alerts, and location-specific information to keep you informed.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery

NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast

NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast

Predict wind, swell, and waves

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

free with in-app purchases

WAVE Local News

WAVE Local News

Serving Louisville, KY

Stay informed with local news and breaking alerts for the Louisville and Kentuckiana region. Access live headlines, stories, sports updates, and video content directly on your device. The app customizes content based on your location.

Breaking news alertsLive local news headlinesSports coverage

Surf Forecast Made Simple

This app translates complex oceanographic data into easy-to-understand surf conditions. It helps surfers of all levels predict wave height, swell, wind, and tides for better session planning. Discover surf spots globally and receive alerts for optimal conditions.

Wave height, period, and direction forecastsSurf condition ratings and explanationsSeven-day forecast timeline

Windfinder Pro: Wind & Weather

Windfinder Pro: Wind & Weather

Tides, waves & storm forecast

Get detailed wind, wave, tide, and weather forecasts for over 160,000 locations worldwide. Real-time measurements from thousands of weather stations and animated wind maps help you plan your outdoor activities.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts

Surfing, Swell & Forecast App

Track and analyze your surfing sessions with detailed metrics like wave count, speed, and distance. Integrates with Apple Watch and HealthKit for comprehensive workout data. Premium features offer advanced analytics and tide-wave correlations.

Track and analyze surf sessionsRecord surf workoutsCount waves and measure distance

💪 Health & Fitness

iKitesurf: Weather & Waves

iKitesurf: Weather & Waves

Windy Conditions & Forecasts

Get hyper-local wind and weather forecasts for kitesurfing, kiteboarding, and kite foiling. Access real-time data from proprietary weather stations and government sources, with customizable alerts and detailed forecast maps.

Proprietary Tempest Weather SystemsReal-time local weather dataAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting

free with in-app purchases

Fishing Points: Map & Forecast

Fishing Points: Map & Forecast

Find Best Tides Times to Fish

This app helps anglers find the best times and locations to fish by providing detailed forecasts for tides, moon phases, weather, and marine conditions. It offers interactive maps to discover and save fishing spots, track routes, and access offline nautical charts, along with a catch logbook and fishing regulations.

Fishing forecasts (tides, moon, weather, solunar)Detailed fishing maps (satellite, nautical, lake depth)Save and discover fishing spots and routes

free with in-app purchases

iWindsurf: Weather and Waves

iWindsurf: Weather and Waves

Windy Conditions & Forecasts

Get hyper-local wind and weather forecasts for water sports. Access real-time data from proprietary weather stations and public sources, with advanced AI-enhanced predictions and customizable alerts.

Proprietary Tempest Weather SystemsAI-enhanced Nearcast forecastingLive wind and forecast maps

free with in-app purchases

Ventusky: Weather Forecast

Ventusky: Weather Forecast

Forecast, Rain & Storm Tracker

Get hyper-accurate weather forecasts, live radar, and storm tracking with this app. It combines multiple global weather models and over 40,000 webcams for detailed planning, from daily activities to professional use. Receive customizable alerts and view data across 16 altitudes.

Hyperlocal 14-day weather forecast80+ weather mapsLive radar and lightning detection

free with in-app purchases

Wave Chicken Surf Forecast

Wave Chicken Surf Forecast

10 day surf & wind forecasts

Get free 10-day surf, wind, and tide forecasts for surf spots worldwide. Access detailed information for over 176 countries.

10-day surf forecastsWind forecastsTide forecasts

Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast

Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast

Surf report and wave forecast

Get personalized global surf forecasts for over 5,000 locations, including custom spots. Receive alerts for your ideal conditions and discover nearby points of interest. Share conditions with friends and contribute to ocean conservation.

Personalized surf forecastsGlobal surf location databaseCustom location support

free with in-app purchases

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