Best Great Lakes Boating Weather Apps

NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather

(133)

free

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

Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar

(4.8K)

paid

Hurricanes, marine weather

Wind report, forecast, and statisticsWind alert and storm warningsWeather history (2012-2024)

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.

From WDIV & ClickOnDetroit.com

Real-time radar maps48-hour and 10-day forecastsLive meteorologist streams

Access real-time weather data with interactive radar, detailed forecasts, and customizable alerts. Stay informed about local weather conditions and severe storm warnings with live updates from meteorologists.

by Blue Whale Apps Inc

$1.99

Get detailed marine weather forecasts for coastal zones in the United States. View wind speed, wave height, surf conditions, and small craft advisories. Perfect for planning boating trips, fishing, or sailing.

National Weather Service forecastsWind speed, wave height, surf forecastSmall craft advisories

Stay informed about northeast Ohio weather with real-time conditions, interactive HD radar, and severe weather alerts. Get detailed forecasts and customize alerts for your favorite locations.

Live interactive HD radarCurrent weather conditionsSevere weather text alerts

PredictWind — Marine Forecasts

(5.3K)

ad-supported

#1 in Marine Weather Forecasts

Accurate marine weather forecastsWind, wave, and current dataWeather routing and departure planning

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.

(33K)

Nautical and fishing charts

Navionics® Boating

Offline nautical chartsHD bathymetry mapsDock-to-dock route planning

Access detailed nautical charts and advanced boating features offline on your mobile device. Plan trips with dock-to-dock guidance, check weather and tides, and connect with a community of boaters. Ideal for cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving.

(2.3K)

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart

Navigation, Charts, Tides, Map

Simple GPS navigationCustomizable nautical chartsCommunity points of interest

Navigate waterways with detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts. Connect with a community of boaters to share points of interest and track friends on the water. Enjoy simplified GPS navigation tailored to your boat's draft.

(5.4K)

BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather

Wind, Waves, Tide, and Alerts

Real-time NOAA buoy dataCustomizable condition alertsInteractive map with buoy markers

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.

(315)

StormTracker 6 - Weather First

by LIN Television Corporation

Live interactive radar with layeringSevere weather alerts with audio cuesAccurate hour-by-hour and weekly forecasts

Get accurate, customized local weather forecasts and severe weather alerts. Track storms with an interactive radar and receive real-time updates for your area or while traveling across the U.S. Stay informed and safe with personalized notifications and detailed hourly and weekly predictions.

Minnesota Lakes Fishing Charts

(1.8K)

free

Same detail as a Chart Plotter

$9.99

Access detailed marine and lake charts for fishing and boating, even offline. Features include weather forecasts, community insights, and navigation tools. Plan routes, mark spots, and record tracks with ease.

Offline marine and lake chartsWorldwide satellite and terrain overlaysLocal weather forecast

(7)

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts

Accurate Marine Weather

16-day weather, wind, wave, and tide forecastsSave unlimited favorite forecast pointsHigh-res wind, swell, and sea surface temperature charts

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.

(744)

Simrad: Companion for Boaters

Great nautical charts

Detailed nautical chartsMarine weather forecastsRoute planning with Autorouting™

This app provides boaters with detailed nautical charts, weather forecasts, and route planning tools. It offers GPS navigation, track recording, and points of interest, with premium features like offline maps and advanced charting available through subscription.

(2.3K)

Lowrance: app for anglers

Great fishing charts

Detailed C-MAP fishing chartsWaypoint managementOffline map downloads

This app provides detailed fishing charts and navigation tools for anglers. Manage waypoints, discover new fishing spots, and plan trips with offline maps and autorouting. Sync data with your Lowrance devices for a seamless on-water experience.

(2.5K)

FOX 17 Weather – West Michigan

by E.W. Scripps Company

250 meter radarHigh resolution satellite imageryFuture radar

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive future radar projections, hourly and daily forecasts, and customizable location saving. Stay informed with opt-in severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service.

Trusted Boating Resource

Verified points of interest databaseReal-time navigation alertsCommunity comments and reviews

This app provides a comprehensive boating resource with a verified database of marinas, anchorages, and navigation alerts. Users can access real-time hazard information, plan trips with a digital handbook, and utilize detailed content optimized for mobile devices. Engage with a community of boaters through comments and reviews.

(2.8K)