Best Ocean Currents Apps

203+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

The best ocean currents apps on iPhone average 4.7★ across 203+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated May 2026.

Top Picks for Ocean Currents

Tides Near Me#1

Tides Near Me by Shelter Island Mapping Company, LLC

Find Nearby Tides and Currents
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(159K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#31in Weather
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Get tide charts and current predictions worldwide. See water levels, high/low tide times, and sun/moon data at a glance. Plan your outdoor activities with ease.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simplicity, no ads or unnecessary information
  • 👍 Accurate tide and location information
  • 👍 Useful for various activities like fishing, swimming, beach walks
  • 👍 Convenient and easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate tide times in some locations
  • 🔍 Limited location coverage in some areas
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding and accessing certain locations
Actual Currents#2

Actual Currents by Luka Catipovic

Tidal Current Visualization
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
5.0(14 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Visualize real-time tidal currents with animated particles and a detailed heatmap on an interactive nautical map. Plan your trips with confidence by scrubbing through time to see how currents change throughout the day, with options for global ocean currents and wind overlays.

Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar#3

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

Hurricanes, marine weather
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(72K 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 Ocean Currents apps to explore

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RipCharts
RipCharts
RipCharts
by RipCharts
Free

Access industry-leading satellite fishing maps for offshore fishermen. Evaluate recent satellite imagery to find favorable fishing conditions. View, download, and navigate with detailed data layers for informed decision-making at sea.

Satellite imagery analysisNear real-time data layersOffline map downloads
⚽ Sports
(456)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
(4.8K)
free with in-app purchases
6
PNW Current Atlas
PNW Current Atlas
PNW Current Atlas
Current prediction charts
Free

Access detailed current prediction charts for the Pacific Northwest, covering regions like the Juan de Fuca Strait and San Juan Islands. View any date or time within the current year with free yearly updates, and use the app offline.

View past/future date/time predictionsDaylight savings time correctionJump to 'Now' prediction
☀️ Weather
(31)
free with in-app purchases
7
OceanConnect
OceanConnect
OceanConnect
Ocean conditions and forecasts
Free

Access detailed ocean conditions and forecasts for coastal regions from Northern California to south-western Alaska. This free application requires no login and is fully supported by the Hakai Institute.

Ocean conditions and forecastsCoastal BC coverageNorthern California to Alaska
☀️ Weather
(3)
free
8
Ocean Watch
Ocean Watch
Ocean Watch
Tides: US/Caribbean Edition
Free

Access tide predictions for over 3,300 stations across the US and Caribbean. Visualize tide data with stunning graphics and an interactive almanac. Plan your activities with offline access to predictions and custom notes.

3,300+ tide stationsStunning graphics and visualizationsOffline tide predictions
☀️ Weather
(2.5K)
paid
9
NOAA Buoy Reports
NOAA Buoy Reports
NOAA Buoy Reports
No Nonsense Buoy Conditions
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 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
11
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
12
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
FishTrack - Charts & Forecasts
SST, tides, currents, & maps
Free

This app provides saltwater anglers with essential tools to locate fish. It combines cloud-free SST charts, satellite imagery, tides, currents, and marine weather forecasts into a layered interface. Users can mark hot spots, save data for offline use, and identify optimal fishing zones.

Cloud-free Sea Surface Temperature (SST) chartsGlobal satellite imagery (water temp, color, currents)Tides and moon phase data
☀️ Weather
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Find Best Tides Times to Fish
Free

This app helps anglers find the best times and locations to fish by providing detailed forecasts for tides, moon phases, weather, and marine conditions. It offers interactive maps to discover and save fishing spots, track routes, and access offline nautical charts, along with a catch logbook and fishing regulations.

Fishing forecasts (tides, moon, weather, solunar)Detailed fishing maps (satellite, nautical, lake depth)Save and discover fishing spots and routes
⚽ Sports
(30K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
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PredictCurrent
PredictCurrent
PredictCurrent
Tidal Maps & Tide Tables
Free

Navigate coastal waters with detailed tidal and ocean current maps. Access 10-day forecasts for currents, wind, waves, and sea temperatures. Essential for safe marine planning and exploration.

Ultra-high-resolution 100m tidal current maps400m and 4km global coastline coverage10-day animated forecasts for currents, wind, and waves
☀️ Weather
(227)
free with in-app purchases
16
TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation
TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation
TZ iBoat – Marine Navigation
Boat GPS, Charts, AIS, Tides
Free

Navigate the seas with advanced marine charts, GPS, and AIS data, even offline. This app offers detailed bathymetry, community-contributed map data, and dynamic features for safe boating, sailing, and fishing.

Offline marine chartsGPS and route planningAIS Online tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(831)
free with in-app purchases
17
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tide Charts
Tides, Weather & Radar Near Me
Free

Access worldwide tidal estimates, lunar data, and weather forecasts. Plan outdoor adventures with ease using current radar and offline predictions. Supports Apple Watch and includes a Today Extension for quick access.

Worldwide tidal estimatesLunar dataWeather forecast
☀️ Weather
(107K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Marine navigation and fishing
Free

This app provides official, weekly updated nautical charts for marine navigation. It allows for offline map downloads, GPS track recording, and integration with onboard instruments. Enhance your boating safety and experience with advanced features like weather forecasts and AIS collision detection.

Official NOAA nautical chartsOffline map downloadsGPS track recording
🗺️ Navigation
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
19
BigBlue Offshore Fishing
BigBlue Offshore Fishing
BigBlue Offshore Fishing
Sea temperature & clarity maps
Free
$19.99 | 100% OFF

Access professional-grade satellite data for offshore fishing, including sea temperature, chlorophyll, and bathymetry maps. This app provides real-time ocean intelligence and navigation tools, all available offline.

Real-time ocean intelligenceSatellite sea temperature and chlorophyll chartsGlobal 3D bathymetry maps
☀️ Weather
(50)
free with in-app purchases
20
BayCurrents
BayCurrents
BayCurrents
SF Bay forecasted currents
Free

Visualize high-resolution surface currents in the San Francisco Bay. This app supports various maritime activities with data up to 48 hours in the future. It operates autonomously offline, using NOAA model data enhanced by radar and tidal observations.

High-resolution surface current maps48-hour future forecastingOffline autonomous operation
☀️ Weather
(3)
free