Best Noaa Weather Buoy Apps

227+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our noaa weather buoy list covers 227+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Noaa Weather Buoy Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherBuoycast: NOAA Buoys & WeatherFree4.6★ (14K)YesYesAug 2026
2BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine WeatherBuoyWhale: NOAA Marine WeatherFree4.6★ (315)YesYesJul 2026
3BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy WeatherBuoyPro: NOAA Buoy WeatherFree4.6★ (42)NoYesAug 2026
4NOAA Marine Buoy and WeatherNOAA Marine Buoy and WeatherFree4.3★ (6)YesNoAug 2026
5NOAA Buoys Live Marine WeatherNOAA Buoys Live Marine WeatherFree4.4★ (564)YesYesAug 2026
6NOAA Buoys & Marine WeatherNOAA Buoys & Marine WeatherFree4.8★ (5)NoNoAug 2026
7NOAA Buoys - Charts & WeatherNOAA Buoys - Charts & WeatherFree was $2.991.6★ (7)NoYesAug 2026
8NOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRONOAA Buoys Marine Weather PRO$27.993.0★ (6)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Noaa Weather Buoy

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather#1

Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Marine Forecast, Waves & Tides
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(14K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#89in Weather
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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
BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather#2

BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather by Swanson Industries, LLC

Wind, Waves, Tide, and Alerts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6(315 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather#3

BuoyPro: NOAA Buoy Weather by ASR Concepts LLC

Marine Forecasts, Waves & Wind
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6(42 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

More Noaa Weather Buoy apps to explore

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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
(6)
ad-supported
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
(564)
free with in-app purchases
6
NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather
NOAA Buoys & Marine Weather
Tides, wind & wave forecasts
Free

Access live NOAA buoy observations, NWS marine forecasts, and tide predictions on a single map. Get real-time data on wind, waves, temperature, and more, directly from official sources. Ideal for boaters, anglers, and surfers seeking accurate water conditions.

Live buoy observationsNWS marine forecastsTide predictions
☀️ Weather
(5)
free
7
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
NOAA Buoys - Charts & Weather
Live info on Nautical Charts
Free
$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
☀️ Weather
(7)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
9
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
10
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
11
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
NOAA Buoy and Tide Data
by Verona Solutions, LLC
Free
$1.99 | 100% OFF

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.

Live buoy dataTide predictionsMoon phase information
☀️ Weather
(32)
free
12
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
13
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
NOAA Marine Weather Community
Community App Using NOAA Buoys
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
14
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
(892)
free with in-app purchases
15
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
NOAA National Buoy Data PRO
Data Live Weather Marine
$27.99

Access real-time marine weather data from over 1,500 buoys worldwide. Get live alerts, forecasts, and detailed observations including wind, waves, and temperature. Plan your outdoor adventures with localized weather information.

1,500+ weather buoys with past data and forecastsLive weather alertsSearch buoys by name, location, or GPS
☀️ Weather
(2)
free with in-app purchases
16
NOAA Weather & Tides
NOAA Weather & Tides
NOAA Weather & Tides
by Pandamonium Software LLC
Free

Get accurate 7-day hyperlocal weather forecasts and current conditions for any location worldwide. Features include hourly forecasts, animated radar, hazardous weather alerts, and tide charts for US locations. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those in areas with dynamic weather.

7-day hyperlocal forecastsCurrent weather conditionsWorldwide location support
☀️ Weather
(400)
free with in-app purchases
17
Instant NOAA Buoys 3D
Instant NOAA Buoys 3D
Instant NOAA Buoys 3D
by Jufen Chang
Free

Visualize NOAA buoys and radar data in 3D. Access real-time weather information and radar images on your iOS devices, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Explore buoys globally and see weather patterns across multiple states.

3D Buoy and Radar visualizationReal-time NOAA Radar imagesGlobal Buoy data
☀️ Weather
(4)
free
18
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
19
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
(194)
free with in-app purchases
20
Marine Weather Pro - NOAA Buoy
Marine Weather Pro - NOAA Buoy
Marine Weather Pro - NOAA Buoy
Marine weather, buoys & tides
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)

FAQ about Noaa Weather Buoy

What are the best noaa weather buoy apps for iPhone?
Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather tops our noaa weather buoy apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 14K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top noaa weather buoy apps we rank are free to download, including Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather and BuoyWhale: NOAA Marine Weather.
Buoycast: NOAA Buoys & Weather shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 227+ noaa weather buoy apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides real-time observations from NOAA NDBC buoys, including wind speed and direction, air and water temperature, atmospheric pressure, and wave data. It also offers NOAA marine forecasts, tide predictions, and sunrise/sunset times.
Buoycast Pro unlocks interactive weather maps with animated radar, precipitation, wind, and temperature overlays. It also provides customizable notifications for specific weather criteria and NOAA alerts, along with ad-free browsing.