Best Nautical Weather Apps

209+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the nautical weather category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 209+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Nautical Weather Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
2BoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesBoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesFree4.8★ (58K)NoNoAug 2026
3Windy.app — Wind, Tides, RadarWindy.app — Wind, Tides, RadarFree4.7★ (73K)NoYesAug 2026
4NOAA Marine Weather & ForecastNOAA Marine Weather & ForecastFree4.5★ (5K)YesYesAug 2026
5Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
6Windfinder: Wind & Weather mapWindfinder: Wind & Weather mapFree4.8★ (61K)YesYesAug 2026
7PredictWind — Marine ForecastsPredictWind — Marine ForecastsFree4.8★ (33K)NoYesAug 2026
8Buoyweather - Marine ForecastsBuoyweather - Marine ForecastsFree4.6★ (755)YesYesAug 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
#72in 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
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides#2

BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides by BoatUS

24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(58K ratings)
Free
#44in 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
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar#3

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

#1 Fishing, boating & sailing
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(73K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#3in 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

More Nautical Weather apps to explore

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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
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Tides, waves & storm forecast
Free

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
☀️ Weather
(61K)
freemium
7
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
8
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts
Boating and Fishing Forecasts
Free

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.

16-day weather, wind, wave, and tide forecastsSave unlimited favorite forecast pointsHigh-res wind, swell, and sea surface temperature charts
☀️ Weather
(755)
free with in-app purchases
9
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
FishWeather: Marine Forecasts
Fish, Wind, Waves, and Tides
Free

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
☀️ Weather
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
10
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
NOAA Marine Forecast & Weather
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
☀️ Weather
(4.8K)
paid
11
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Maps
Nautical Charts & Marine Maps
$8.99

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
(3.8K)
free
12
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
Tide Guide: Charts & Tables
NOAA Tides, Weather & Alerts
Free

Access detailed tide and marine weather forecasts worldwide. Visualize conditions with beautiful charts and customize your experience with widgets and Live Activities. Plan your next outdoor adventure with confidence.

Worldwide tide and marine weather dataFull-screen dynamic chartsMonthly and yearly tide tables
☀️ Weather
(9.5K)
freemium
13
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data
NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data
Marine Wind, Wave & Sea Temps
Free

Access detailed buoy and ship observation data without weather forecasts or tide information. View current conditions, historical trends, and storm locations on an intuitive map. Monitor your favorite locations with customizable widgets.

Intuitive map interfaceQuick-view FavoritesTropical Storm/Hurricane/Cyclone locations
☀️ Weather
(2.4K)
free with in-app purchases
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
Boating Weather
Boating Weather
Boating Weather
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
☀️ Weather
(3.2K)
free
16
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart
Marine Navigation, Depth, Tide
Free

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.

Simple GPS navigationCustomizable nautical chartsCommunity points of interest
🗺️ Navigation
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Marine Weather and Tides
Marine Weather and Tides
Marine Weather and Tides
Waves, Tides, Wind Forecast
Free

Provides detailed marine weather forecasts including wind, waves, and currents, alongside precise tidal information. Plan your water activities with hourly updates on temperature, air pressure, and sun/moon times. Features a home screen widget for wave height and saved locations.

Hourly swell and wind wave reportsCurrents forecastWater temperature
☀️ Weather
(50)
free with in-app purchases
18
National Weather Forecast Data
National Weather Forecast Data
National Weather Forecast Data
NOAA Weather Point Forecast
Free

Access detailed weather forecasts from NOAA by tapping on a map. View 7-day forecasts, including summaries, wind, snow, and severe weather. Explore national weather service discussions and data from over 40,000 stations.

Interactive map for weather forecasts7-day NWS/NOAA spot forecastsNational Weather Service discussions
☀️ Weather
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
19
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather
National Data Buoy Center
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 NOAA buoys across the USA. Plan your outdoor activities with detailed information on wind, waves, temperature, and more. Offline access to the last known observations is also available.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataSearch buoys by name, region, or GPSMap view of all buoys
☀️ Weather
(564)
free with in-app purchases
20
Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map
Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map
Argo Navigation: Boat GPS, Map
Marine Charts, Weather & Tides
Free

This app provides comprehensive navigation and planning tools for boaters, offering features like chart plotting, route planning, and weather forecasts. It aims to be user-friendly for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cruisers, with a focus on safety and connectivity on the water.

Web/Desktop planning with auto-syncAutorouting for multi-stop trips7-day marine weather forecast
🗺️ Navigation
(6.1K)
free with in-app purchases

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 July 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 16K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top nautical weather apps we rank are free to download, including Marine Weather Forecast Pro and BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides.
Marine Weather Forecast Pro has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 209+ nautical weather apps on the iOS App Store as of July 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.