Best Noaa Buoy Data Apps

179+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated June 2026

The best noaa buoy data apps on iPhone average 4.5★ across 179+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated June 2026.

Top Picks for Noaa Buoy Data

NOAA Buoy Reports#1

NOAA Buoy Reports by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

No Nonsense Buoy Conditions
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(2.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Critical infrastructure
  • 🚀 Excellent source of sea conditions
  • 🚀 Valuable buoy information
  • 👍 Plenty of information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 More data needed
  • 🐛 Incomplete and inaccurate
  • 🐛 Wave height data not working
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data#2

NOAA Buoy and Tide Data by Verona Solutions, LLC

Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
3.9😐(32 ratings)
$1.99
#35in Weather
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Access real-time weather data from NOAA's National Data Buoy Center, including wind, pressure, and marine conditions. Get tide predictions and moon phase information to plan your water activities effectively.

What We Love

  • 👍 Accurate marine weather data
  • 👍 Good for nautical areas
  • 👍 Provides buoy data
  • 👍 Useful for boaters/sailors

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 🐛 App freezes
  • 🐛 Data is outdated
NOAA CBIBS#3

NOAA CBIBS by Chesapeake Conservancy

CBIBS
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
0.0(0 ratings)
Free
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Access real-time weather and water data collected by smart buoys in the Chesapeake Bay. This information supports the use and management of a healthy bay, improving safety, economy, and environmental protection.

More Noaa Buoy Data apps to explore

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Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoycast: NOAA Marine Weather
Buoy Data, Marine Forecast
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
(13K)
freemium
5
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
(562)
free with in-app purchases
6
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
Marine Weather Forecast Pro
NOAA Marine Weather Forecast
Free

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.

Real-time marine buoy data5-day NWS marine weather forecastHistorical wave trend reports
☀️ Weather
(16K)
freemium
7
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
NOAA National Data Buoy Marine
Data Live Weather Marine
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 buoys worldwide. View current conditions, forecasts, and alerts. Plan your outdoor activities with detailed wind, wave, and temperature information.

Real-time buoy weather dataLive weather alertsSearch buoys by location or GPS
☀️ Weather
(85)
free with in-app purchases
8
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy Finder NOAA NDBC
Buoy data and sea temperatures
Free

Access real-time oceanographic data from hundreds of NOAA buoys worldwide. Plan water activities with detailed forecasts for wave height, wind, and sea temperatures. Features offline access and Apple Watch compatibility.

Real-time buoy dataWave height and wind speedWater temperature
☀️ Weather
(183)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
10
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Hurricanes, marine weather
Free

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.

Wind report, forecast, and statisticsWind alert and storm warningsWeather history (2012-2024)
☀️ Weather
(72K)
freemium
11
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Seaside Buoy
Live ocean buoy data worldwide
Free

Access live scientific data from ocean buoys globally. View water temperature, swell height, and more from public scientific organizations. Features include automatic closest buoy selection, map browsing, favorites, and distance/bearing calculations.

Live buoy data worldwideWater temperature and swell heightAutomatic closest buoy selection
☀️ Weather
(884)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
(6.5K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Snow Report & Forecast
Snow Report & Forecast
Snow Report & Forecast
NOAA Snow & Weather Forecast
Free

Get detailed snow reports and weather forecasts, including hourly snowfall, 7-day NOAA forecasts, and satellite imagery. Access NWS discussions and long-range outlooks for weather planning.

7-day NOAA snow forecast3-day hourly snowfall forecastGOES satellite imagery
☀️ Weather
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Windy.com
Windy.com
Windy.com
NOAA Radar, Hurricanes, Alerts
Free

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

Live weather radar & satelliteOver 50 weather maps15+ weather models
☀️ Weather
(77K)
free with in-app purchases
15
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
16
Ocean Water Temperature
Ocean Water Temperature
Ocean Water Temperature
NOAA Temp and Tide Data
$1.99

Access real-time ocean water temperatures, tide information, and detailed wave forecasts. View SST charts, historical wave data, and marine weather forecasts from NOAA and NWS. Save your favorite locations for quick access.

Current ocean water temperature and tidesSea Surface Temperature (SST) chartsHistorical wave height reports
☀️ Weather
(167)
paid
17
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Surf Report Buoys by Buoywatch
Wave Weather & Surfing NOAA
Free

Get real-time marine weather buoy data for surfing. Avoid inaccurate forecasts by checking actual wave conditions, swell size, direction, and wind. Receive notifications for optimal surf and access historical charts.

Real-time buoy readingsWave size, swell direction, and periodWind speed and direction
☀️ Weather
(30)
free with in-app purchases
18
Rivercast - Levels & Forecasts
Rivercast - Levels & Forecasts
Rivercast - Levels & Forecasts
River Data and Flood Alerts
Free

Monitor river levels, flow rates, and flood warnings with real-time data and forecasts. Get custom alerts for your favorite waterways and visualize trends with interactive graphs. Essential for anyone living, working, or recreating near water.

Official flood warnings and alertsRiver stage height and flow rateColor-coded river status indicators
☀️ Weather
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
Tide Alert (NOAA) - Tide Chart
NOAA tide table, wind & swell
Free

Get accurate tide predictions, lunar phases, and weather data with personalized alerts. Features offline access, customizable charts, and Apple Watch integration. Ideal for anyone who enjoys coastal activities.

Personalized high and low tide alertsOffline tide informationLunar phase calendar
☀️ Weather
(44K)
free with in-app purchases
20
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