Best Nautical Weather Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.4★, the nautical weather category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 245+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Nautical Weather Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
2Windy.app — Wind, Tides, RadarWindy.app — Wind, Tides, RadarFree4.7★ (73K)NoYesAug 2026
3BoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesBoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesFree4.8★ (58K)NoNoAug 2026
4NOAA Marine Weather & ForecastNOAA Marine Weather & ForecastFree4.5★ (5K)YesYesAug 2026
5Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
6PredictWind — Marine ForecastsPredictWind — Marine ForecastsFree4.8★ (33K)NoYesAug 2026
7Safe Boat - Marine WeatherSafe Boat - Marine WeatherFreeNoYesJun 2026
8WaveWatchWaveWatchFreeNoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Nautical Weather

Marine Weather Forecast Pro#1

Marine Weather Forecast Pro by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#85in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Detailed weather data from multiple sources
  • 🔍 Accurate and reliable information
  • 👍 Intuitive and well-designed interface
  • 💡 Customizable spot forecasts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with data availability or app crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location forecasts
  • 🔍 Lack of certain features like wind speed units or saved locations
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar#2

Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar by Windy Weather World Inc

#1 Fishing, boating & sailing
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(73K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#5in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌊 Accurate wind and weather forecasts
  • 🔍 Ability to compare multiple weather models
  • 🗺️ Detailed and customizable map views
  • 🛥️ Useful for sailing, fishing, and other water sports

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription fees
  • 🤔 Confusing user interface for casual users
  • 🔒 Difficulty cancelling subscriptions
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides#3

BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides by BoatUS

24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(58K ratings)
Free
#69in Weather
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This app provides 24/7 towing assistance for boaters, along with detailed weather and tide forecasts. It also helps users find discounts at marine businesses and manage their membership and insurance policies.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Quick response time
  • 🤝 Excellent customer service
  • 💪 Reliable towing service
  • 🗺️ Useful weather and tide information

Room to Improve

  • 🔑 Login issues and account sync problems
  • 🐛 Buggy and unstable app
  • 🔍 Difficult to read information

More Nautical Weather apps to explore

4
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
5
Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather
Marine Forecast, Waves & Tides
Free

Access real-time marine weather observations from NOAA buoys and NOAA marine forecasts. Get tide predictions, hourly forecasts, and stay updated on watches and advisories. Pro features include interactive weather maps and custom notifications.

Real-time buoy observationsNOAA marine forecastsTide predictions
☀️ Weather
(14K)
freemium
6
PredictWind — Marine Forecasts
PredictWind — Marine Forecasts
PredictWind — Marine Forecasts
#1 in Marine Weather Forecasts
Free

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.

Accurate marine weather forecastsWind, wave, and current dataWeather routing and departure planning
☀️ Weather
(33K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Boating Go/No-Go Wind & Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
8
WaveWatch
WaveWatch
WaveWatch
Marine Weather Forecast
Free

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
☀️ Weather
(0)
free
9
ANORAC
ANORAC
ANORAC
Make Better Weather Decisions
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
10
National Weather
National Weather
National Weather
Accurate NOAA Weather and Rain
Free

Access highly accurate local weather forecasts, radar, and satellite imagery. Receive rain alerts, view detailed weather charts, and get sunrise/sunset times. This app provides comprehensive weather data for the United States.

Powerful radar viewRain alert notificationsHome screen weather widget
☀️ Weather
(7.5K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Marine Weather Finland
Marine Weather Finland
Marine Weather Finland
by Safelight Productions Oy
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
12
Trident Weather
Trident Weather
Trident Weather
by Downs.Kiwi Ltd
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
13
Spearo: Spearfishing Weather
Spearo: Spearfishing Weather
Spearo: Spearfishing Weather
Sea & tide forecast: go/no-go
Free

Get a clear go/no-go verdict for spearfishing and freediving with consolidated sea conditions. Predicts water visibility, tides, swell, wind, and temperature for over 1,100 coastal cities.

Go/no-go dive verdictWater visibility forecastTides, swell, wind, temperature curves
☀️ Weather
(2)
free
14
DWD WarnWetter
DWD WarnWetter
DWD WarnWetter
Aktuelle Warn- und Wetterlage
Free

Get current weather warnings and detailed forecasts for Germany. Offers real-time alerts for natural hazards, severe weather, and customizable notifications. Includes advanced features like thunderstorm tracking and user-submitted observations.

Current warning situation for GermanyFavorites function for locationsConfigurable warning elements and levels
☀️ Weather
(38)
free with in-app purchases
15
SailorSoft Weather Routeing
SailorSoft Weather Routeing
SailorSoft Weather Routeing
Offline routing with GRIB data
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
16
Sea Weather Professional
Sea Weather Professional
Sea Weather Professional
The Nautical Weather Center
$10.99

Provides comprehensive nautical weather information for major seas, including forecasts, maps, and NAVTEX messages. Enhanced with open data for professional planning and navigation, it offers offline access and specialized tools for mariners.

Marine weather reports and mapsNAVTEX radio messagesDistress Assistant
☀️ Weather
(3)
subscription
17
Go or No? Marine Boat Weather
Go or No? Marine Boat Weather
Go or No? Marine Boat Weather
Wind, waves, tides & fishing
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
18
Your Weather Window
Your Weather Window
Your Weather Window
Go or No Go forecast insights
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
19
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
Community App Using NOAA Buoys
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
20
Macoui Weather & Routing
Macoui Weather & Routing
Macoui Weather & Routing
See the wind. Plan the route
Free

Provides advanced weather forecasting with multiple models for accurate wind and wave data, especially for European waters. Offers smarter routing with improved safety margins and saved preferences, alongside faster and more reliable weather data downloads.

Multiple weather models (ICON Global, ICON-EU, ICON-D2)Enhanced wind and wave dataFull ECMWF forecast coverage
☀️ Weather
(0)
free

FAQ about Nautical Weather

What are the best nautical weather apps for iPhone?
Marine Weather Forecast Pro tops our nautical weather apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 16K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top nautical weather apps we rank are free to download, including Marine Weather Forecast Pro and Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar.
Marine Weather Forecast Pro has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 245+ nautical weather apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app offers a comprehensive suite of NOAA marine weather data. It includes real-time buoy readings for various parameters like wave height, wind speed, and temperature. You can also access 5-day NWS marine forecasts, historical wave trend reports, and 7-day hourly forecasts from models like WaveWatch III.
The Pro subscription unlocks advanced features such as hourly wave, wind, and weather forecasts, NWS severe weather push notifications customized by marine zone, access to NCEP weather forecast models, and the ability to view over 20,000 weather stations. It also provides high-resolution satellite imagery and NASA map overlays.