Best Nautical Forecast Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating

16 free apps

Updated September 2026

If you already know hiFleet, this is the deeper bench. 245+ nautical forecast apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of September 2026.

Compare top Nautical Forecast Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	hiFleet	Free	4.0★ (2)	No	No	Aug 2026
2	Tide Charts	Free	4.8★ (111K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
3	Shipping Forecast Mindfulness	Free	1.0★ (3)	No	No	Sep 2026
4	Actual Currents	Free	4.7★ (20)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	Nautical Charts & Maps	$8.99	4.6★ (3.8K)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	Marine Forecast App - Boat8	Free	1.0★ (1)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
7	Wind & Tides: Marine Forecasts	$4.99	4.7★ (406)	No	No	Sep 2026
8	My Marine Forecast	Free	5.0★ (10)	No	Yes	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Nautical Forecast

#1

hiFleet by Shanghai Maili Marine Technology Co., Ltd

Global ship tracking

Editor's Choice

🗺️ Navigation

4.0(2 ratings)

Free

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Track over a million ships globally with real-time AIS positioning and daily updates. Access nautical charts, replay ship trajectories, and view detailed ship information. Plan routes, simulate voyages, and receive alerts for fleet management.

#2

Tide Charts by 7th Gear

Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me

Strong Contender

4.8😐(111K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

#41in Weather

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Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

What We Love

🚀 Clear tide information
👍 Useful for planning activities
💡 Comprehensive data including weather and moon phases
🤖 Accurate and reliable
🌟 Great app for Apple Watch

Room to Improve

🐛 Inaccurate tide data in some locations
🙈 Intrusive and unskippable ads
🤯 Ads crashing the app
🤔 Confusing UI and navigation
🤖 Unreliable Apple Watch complications

#3

Shipping Forecast Mindfulness by (optional.is)

Worth Considering

💪 Health & Fitness

1.0(3 ratings)

Free

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This app provides spoken weather forecasts from the UK Met Office, designed for relaxation and focus. It offers customizable forecast lengths and can sync mindfulness minutes to your Health app.

More Nautical Forecast apps to explore

Actual Currents

Actual Currents

Actual Currents

Tidal Current Visualization

Visualize real-time tidal currents with animated particles and a detailed heatmap on an interactive nautical map. Plan your trips with confidence by scrubbing through time to see how currents change throughout the day, with options for global ocean currents and wind overlays.

Animated tidal current visualizationReal-time wind overlayInteractive nautical map

free with in-app purchases

Nautical Charts & Maps

Nautical Charts & Maps

Nautical Charts & Maps

Nautical Charts & Marine Maps

Access NOAA Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) for offline marine navigation. View detailed information like buoys, depths, and port features. Overlay NOAA weather maps including radar, sea temperature, and wind data.

NOAA Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC)Offline chart downloadsDetailed chart information

🗺️ Navigation

Marine Forecast App - Boat8

Marine Forecast App - Boat8

Marine Forecast App - Boat8

Boating Weather, Tides & Wind

Provides clear marine weather, tide, and wind forecasts for boaters and coastal travelers. Plan your trips with easy-to-understand briefings and compare conditions before heading out.

Marine weather forecastsTide and wind predictionsSaved spot forecasts

Wind & Tides: Marine Forecasts

Wind & Tides: Marine Forecasts

Wind & Tides: Marine Forecasts

NOAA Charts, Boating, Sailing

Get detailed weather forecasts specifically for sailing in San Francisco Bay. Access NOAA weather, tide and current information for the Golden Gate Bridge, and real-time wind measurements from key locations.

NOAA weather forecastTides and currentsGolden Gate Bridge wind

My Marine Forecast

My Marine Forecast

My Marine Forecast

Wind, tides, waves and more

Access professional-grade marine forecasts, including wind, tides, waves, and live weather radar. Plan boating and fishing trips with customizable dashboards and save your favorite locations for instant weather updates.

Customizable marine forecast dashboardLive weather radar with storm trackingDetailed tide charts and feeding times

Marine Weather Forecast

Get precise marine and weather data for water sports. Track wave height, swell, wind, and sea surface temperature. Access 10-day hourly forecasts with interactive maps and GPS integration for safe and enjoyable time on the water.

Wave height and direction trackingDetailed swell analysis10-day hourly weather forecasts

Windfinder: Wind & Weather map

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

The Anchor App you can Trust!

Monitor your boat's position and anchor status from anywhere. Set custom alerts for real-time and forecast conditions, and access detailed marine weather forecasts. Connects to your boat's N2K network or works independently.

Anchor and boat position monitoringCustomizable real-time and forecast alertsN2K DataHub integration

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Plan boating trips with detailed reports on wind, sea state, weather, and visibility for UK and Western European waters. Features native Apple Maps integration and color-coded condition reports for easy understanding.

Detailed shipping forecast for 30 sea regionsGeneral synopsis forecastNative Apple Maps integration

Worldwide Marine Forecast App

Access real-time marine weather data, including observations, satellite and radar imagery, and detailed global forecast charts for wind, waves, and pressure. Features include a tropical cyclone tracker and heavy weather alerts for mariners worldwide.

Real-time surface observationsSatellite and radar imageryGlobal forecast charts

Weather, Tides & Fishing

This app provides professional-grade marine weather forecasts using AI to help plan safer boating trips. It offers detailed route analysis, intelligent recommendations, and real-time updates based on multiple weather models.

AI Trip AnalysisMultiple Weather ModelsRoute Planning & Optimization

Ice Map: Sailing Forecast

Ice Map: Sailing Forecast

Ice Map: Sailing Forecast

wave, wind, sea level, water

$4.99 | 100% OFF

Access global forecasts for sea ice, water conditions, and wind. Visualize ice cover, temperature, currents, and water levels up to six days in advance. Includes specialized ice imagery for key regions.

Global sea ice map forecast (6 days)Global sea water map forecast (6 days)Ice images for Great Lakes, Arctic, Antarctic

free with in-app purchases

PredictWind Offshore Weather

PredictWind Offshore Weather

PredictWind Offshore Weather

Offshore Weather & Grib Viewer

Access detailed offshore weather forecasts and marine tools for coastal and offshore passages. Download GRIB files, view weather routes, and utilize advanced marine data for safe and efficient navigation.

Download GRIB filesView weather routesAccess forecast models

NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather

NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather

NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather

Live info on Nautical Charts

$2.99 | 100% OFF

Access real-time maritime weather data from NOAA, including tides, wave height, wind, and temperature. Features a global map of buoys and detailed marine charts for planning nautical activities.

Real-time buoy dataTide predictions and moon phasesGlobal marine map overview

free with in-app purchases

NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather

NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather

NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather

NWS Marine Weather Forecast

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

Access global weather and routing data for maritime professionals. Features include detailed forecasts for wind, waves, currents, and precipitation, along with vessel tracking and severe weather alerts. Stay informed with real-time updates and push notifications for maritime hazards.

3 Hourly Global Forecast DataWind, Wave, and Current ForecastsRadar and Lightning Data

Live weather assistance

Get detailed marine weather forecasts and live data for boating, surfing, diving, and fishing. Access tide information, interactive maps, and alerts for your favorite spots. Meteorologist-verified forecasts ensure you have the information you need for water activities.

15-day forecasts with dozens of parametersThousands of coastal and inland locationsTide coefficients, heights, and times

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Nautical Forecast

What are the best nautical forecast apps for iPhone?

hiFleet tops our nautical forecast apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.0-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free nautical forecast apps for iPhone?

Yes — 16 of the top nautical forecast apps we rank are free to download, including hiFleet and Tide Charts.

Does hiFleet have ads or in-app purchases?

hiFleet has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many nautical forecast apps are on the App Store?

We track 245+ nautical forecast apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is hiFleet?

hiFleet is a global ship tracking application that provides real-time AIS positioning for over a million ship targets. It offers features like nautical charts, ship trajectory replays, and fleet management alerts.

Does hiFleet offer offline navigation?

The provided data does not specify offline navigation capabilities. However, it does mention weekly updated global nautical charts, which may be usable offline depending on the app's implementation.