Best Noaa Marine Apps

240+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 240+ noaa marine apps on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Noaa Marine Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Marine Weather Forecast ProMarine Weather Forecast ProFree4.7★ (16K)NoYesAug 2026
2NOAA Marine Weather & ForecastNOAA Marine Weather & ForecastFree4.5★ (5K)YesYesAug 2026
3Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
4BoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesBoatUS - Boat Weather & TidesFree4.8★ (58K)NoNoAug 2026
5NOAA Marine Forecast & WeatherNOAA Marine Forecast & Weather$1.994.6★ (4.8K)NoNoAug 2026
6NOAA ExhibitsNOAA ExhibitsFreeNoNoMay 2026
7NOAA Marine Weather CommunityNOAA Marine Weather CommunityFreeYesYesAug 2026
8NOAA Marine Buoy and WeatherNOAA Marine Buoy and WeatherFree4.0★ (4)YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Noaa Marine

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
#86in 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
NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast#2

NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast by ZipoApps

Predict wind, swell, and waves
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.5😞(5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#68in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 💡 Great coverage of locations
  • 👍 Useful for boating and sailing
  • 🚀 Provides real-time data

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or doesn't load
  • 🐛 Inaccurate wind and wave data
  • 👎 Intrusive ads and paywall
Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather#3

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Marine Forecast, Waves & Tides
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(14K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Accurate and dependable forecasts
  • 🚀 Essential for boating and fishing
  • 💡 Provides critical weather and sea condition data
  • 🤝 Responsive customer service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data availability for some locations
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific location data
  • 💰 Aggressive upselling for paid version

More Noaa Marine apps to explore

4
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides
24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance
Free

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.

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories
☀️ Weather
(58K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
6
NOAA Exhibits
NOAA Exhibits
NOAA Exhibits
by National Marine Sanctuary Foundation
Free
📚 Education
(0)
7
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
Community App Using NOAA Buoys
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
8
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
NOAA Marine Buoy and Weather
Live Marine Weather & Waves
Free

Access real-time marine weather data from NOAA buoys, including wave heights, temperatures, and wind conditions. Features an interactive map to find nearby stations and view live camera feeds for informed coastal and water activities.

Live marine weather dataReal-time wave heights and periodsWater and air temperatures
☀️ Weather
(4)
ad-supported
9
Marine Weather-Wind Tide Wave
Marine Weather-Wind Tide Wave
Marine Weather-Wind Tide Wave
NOAA ECMWF Forecasts
Free

Get detailed marine weather forecasts including wind speed, wave heights, and tide information. Visualize data on maps with customizable overlays and multiple weather models. Plan your trips with route management features and access forecasts in various units.

3-day wind speed and direction forecastsWave height and direction overlaysMultiple weather models (GFS, ECMWF)
☀️ Weather
(8)
free
10
NOAA Weather Unofficial
NOAA Weather Unofficial
NOAA Weather Unofficial
NWS Radar, Alerts & Forecast
Free

Get real-time weather data, forecasts, and alerts directly from the National Weather Service and NOAA. Features live radar, satellite imagery, tide predictions, and home screen widgets. Prioritizes privacy with no ads or tracking.

Live weather conditions and 8-day forecastAnimated NEXRAD radar and GOES satellite imageryReal-time NWS severe weather alerts with push notifications
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
11
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
(5.1K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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)
13
Weather & Radar
Weather & Radar
Weather & Radar
4-Day Radar Forecast
Free

Stay informed with accurate hourly and daily weather forecasts, including detailed radar maps for rain, snow, and lightning. Receive personalized alerts, track air quality, and get specialized information for winter sports and coastal conditions.

Hourly & daily weather forecastAll-in-one weather mapsRain, snow, wind, lightning radar
☀️ Weather
(304K)
free with in-app purchases
14
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather
Wind, Waves, Tide, and Alerts
Free

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.

Real-time NOAA buoy dataCustomizable condition alertsInteractive map with buoy markers
☀️ Weather
(315)
free with in-app purchases
15
NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO
NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO
NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO
National Data Buoy Center
$27.99

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

Real-time NOAA buoy dataGlobal buoy search and map viewSave favorite buoys
☀️ Weather
(6)
subscription
16
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
17
Helm WX Marine Weather & Tides
Helm WX Marine Weather & Tides
Helm WX Marine Weather & Tides
by Jeremy Paulus
$4.99
☀️ Weather
(0)
18
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather
BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather
Marine Forecasts, Waves & Wind
Free

Access real-time NOAA buoy data, marine weather observations, and forecasts. Plan your water activities with confidence using wind, wave, and temperature information. Features an interactive map and customizable overlays for a comprehensive view.

Live NOAA buoy weather observationsMarine weather forecasts and warningsInteractive map with customizable overlays
☀️ Weather
(42)
freemium
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
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Safe Boat - Marine Weather
Boating Go/No-Go Wind & Waves
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)

FAQ about Noaa Marine

What are the best noaa marine apps for iPhone?
Marine Weather Forecast Pro tops our noaa marine apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 16K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top noaa marine apps we rank are free to download, including Marine Weather Forecast Pro and NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast.
Marine Weather Forecast Pro has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 240+ noaa marine 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.

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