Best Forecast Wave Apps

242+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

If you already know Wavemaps, this is the deeper bench. 242+ forecast wave apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of August 2026.

Compare top Forecast Wave Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Wavemaps: Wave ForecastsWavemaps: Wave ForecastsFree4.9★ (170)NoYesAug 2026
2Tide forecast: Waves & WindTide forecast: Waves & WindFree4.7★ (13)YesYesAug 2026
3MSW Surf ForecastMSW Surf ForecastFree4.8★ (15K)YesYesAug 2026
4Current - Surf ForecastCurrent - Surf ForecastFree4.7★ (12)NoYesAug 2026
5Wave ForecastWave ForecastFree5.0★ (2)NoNoAug 2026
6Eddy Surf Report Wave ForecastEddy Surf Report Wave ForecastFree4.8★ (29)NoYesJul 2026
7Surfing Waves: Surf ForecastSurfing Waves: Surf ForecastFreeNoNoJul 2026
8Wave Chicken Surf ForecastWave Chicken Surf ForecastFree4.0★ (3)NoNoJun 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(170 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in forecasts
  • 💰 Paywall for some features (e.g., webcams)
  • 🔍 Limited number of spots in some regions

More Forecast Wave apps to explore

4
Current - Surf Forecast
Current - Surf Forecast
Current - Surf Forecast
Hyperlocal surf forecasts
Free

Get detailed, physics-based surf forecasts for California breaks. See wave height, how waves break, swell details, wind, tide, and water temperature. A free daily forecast is available, with premium features for multi-day predictions and advanced statistics.

Physics-based surf forecastsWave break type predictionSwell partitions and timeline
☀️ Weather
(12)
freemium
5
Wave Forecast
Wave Forecast
Wave Forecast
Surf Forecast Made Simple
Free

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
⚽ Sports
(2)
free
6
Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast
Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast
Eddy Surf Report Wave Forecast
Surf report and wave forecast
Free

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
⚽ Sports
(29)
free with in-app purchases
7
Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast
Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast
Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast
Ocean Swell Tide Wind Tracker
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
8
Wave Chicken Surf Forecast
Wave Chicken Surf Forecast
Wave Chicken Surf Forecast
10 day surf & wind forecasts
Free

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
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
9
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Surf It – Forecast & Waves
Plan Sessions for Better Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
10
Great Lakes Wave
Great Lakes Wave
Great Lakes Wave
Water forecast map
Free

Access detailed wave and water forecasts for all five Great Lakes. View real-time data on waves, wind, currents, temperature, and water levels. Explore depth maps and nautical charts for enhanced navigation.

Wave forecast (6 days)Water forecast (5 days)Water temperature
☀️ Weather
(11)
freemium
11
My Wave
My Wave
My Wave
Marine Weather Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
12
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Surfcast – Waves, Wind & Tides
Daily Surf Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
13
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
14
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports
Wave Forecasts & Tide Charts
Free

This app helps surfers find the best waves by analyzing forecasts and ranking nearby surf sessions. It personalizes recommendations based on skill level and desired wave size, and helps discover new surf spots. Users can plan their sessions days in advance with detailed, easy-to-understand weather breakdowns.

Ranked spot comparisonPersonalized surf filtersSession window analysis
☀️ Weather
(11)
freemium
15
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
16
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast
Swell Scope — Surf Forecast
Custom Spots for Wind & Tide
Free

This app allows users to create custom surf spots globally by dropping pins and provides detailed forecast data from premier weather models. It features a surf journal with auto-import and trend charts to help users make informed decisions about their sessions.

Custom surf spot creation worldwide14-day detailed weather forecastSurf journal with auto-import
☀️ Weather
(37)
free with in-app purchases
17
Surf Forecast: Quiver
Surf Forecast: Quiver
Surf Forecast: Quiver
Surf Reports, Waves & Tides
Free

Get personalized surf forecasts and alerts based on your past sessions. Log your surf, track conditions, and receive notifications when your favorite spots are firing. Pro features offer advanced insights like board recommendations and custom surf call verdicts.

Personalized surf forecastsSession logging and trackingCustomizable surf alerts
☀️ Weather
(5)
freemium
18
WAVE Local News
WAVE Local News
WAVE Local News
Serving Louisville, KY
Free

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
📡 News
(4K)
ad-supported
19
Meteopulse - tides and waves
Meteopulse - tides and waves
Meteopulse - tides and waves
Wind speed and marine weather
Free

Provides detailed marine weather forecasts, including wind, waves, and tides, for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Offers real-time data from numerous weather stations and curated spot information. Features high-resolution forecasts for specific regions.

Wind and gust forecastsWave and swell informationTides and currents data
☀️ Weather
(77)
free with in-app purchases
20
WaveCheck - Surf Forecast
WaveCheck - Surf Forecast
WaveCheck - Surf Forecast
Score every wave
Free

This app analyzes surf forecasts to tell you the best times and places to surf based on your skill level and equipment. It offers detailed hourly conditions, smart alerts, session tracking, and a global map of surf spots.

Personalized surf scores2,000+ surf spots worldwideDetailed hourly forecasts
☀️ Weather
(0)
freemium

FAQ about Forecast Wave

What are the best forecast wave apps for iPhone?
Wavemaps: Wave Forecasts tops our forecast wave apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 170 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 August 2026.
We track 242+ forecast wave apps on the iOS App Store as of August 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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