Best Ocean Weather Apps

4.7😊(16K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#90in 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
🔍 Real-time buoy and station data
👍 Responsive and helpful developer support

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 by BoatUS

24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance

Strong Contender

4.8😊(58K ratings)

Free

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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
🔑 Piece of mind for boaters

Room to Improve

🔑 Login issues and account sync problems
🐛 Buggy and unstable app
🔍 Difficult to read information
🔒 Requires login for key features
📞 Poor communication from dispatchers

Windfinder: Wind & Weather map by Windfinder

Tides, waves & storm forecast

Worth Considering

Tide Guide: Charts & Tables

4.8😊(63K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

#46in Weather

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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.

What We Love

👍 Accurate wind and weather forecasts
🚀 Detailed and easy-to-use interface
💡 Helpful for planning outdoor activities and sports
👍 Reliable and consistent performance
💡 Includes tide information

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional inaccuracies in wind/weather predictions
🔍 Limited information for some locations
💰 Ads can be intrusive in free version
🔍 Lack of advanced features like dark mode

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NOAA Marine Forecast: Buoycast

Buoy Weather, Waves & Tides

Real-time buoy observationsNOAA marine forecastsTide predictions

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.

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Tide predictions for thousands of US stationsTidal current speed and slack tide dataCustomizable tide alerts

Get accurate tide predictions, current speeds, and lunar phases with this app. It offers custom alerts, offline access, and detailed weather conditions for coastal areas. Plan your outdoor activities with confidence using comprehensive tidal data.

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Live weather & radar forecast

weatherex.ai

Animated weather mapMultiple global forecast modelsAtmospheric layers (wind, temp, precipitation)

Visualize global weather patterns with animated maps and multiple forecast models. Explore atmospheric and oceanographic data, including wind, temperature, and currents, hour by hour.

Marine Weather Forecast

Wave height and direction trackingDetailed swell analysis10-day hourly weather forecasts

Get precise marine and weather data for water sports. Track wave height, swell, wind, and sea surface temperature. Access 10-day hourly forecasts with interactive maps and GPS integration for safe and enjoyable time on the water.

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Ocean Water Temperatures

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Ocean water temperature displaySurface air temperature displayUnited States coverage

This mapping application displays real-time ocean water and surface air temperatures across the United States. Data is sourced directly from NOAA's buoys and weather stations, providing current conditions.

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Water Temp, Surf & Tides

Sea temperature dataWave height informationTide times

Plan your ideal beach day with up-to-date sea temperatures, wave heights, tide times, and weather forecasts. Get daily updates on ocean conditions to make the most of your time by the water.

Weather Plus - Tide Forecast

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40 Day Forecast & Tide

40-day weather trend forecastMinute-level precipitation radarTide forecast for seaside activities

Get accurate local weather forecasts and tide predictions. Plan ahead with 40-day trends and minute-level precipitation warnings. Ideal for daily planning and outdoor activities.

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FastSeas: Weather Routing

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Buoy Weather & Tides Forecast