Best Swell Ocean Apps &amp; Games

Hyperlocal surf forecasts

5.0(11 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Get detailed surf forecasts, real-time conditions, and smart alerts to find the best waves. Plan your surf trips with up to 16-day forecasts and easily scan spot conditions at a glance. Receive notifications when conditions meet your standards, ensuring you never miss a good session.

More Swell Ocean apps to explore

Current - Surf Forecast

Physics-based surf forecastsWave break type predictionSwell partitions and timeline

Get detailed, physics-based surf forecasts for California breaks. See wave height, how waves break, swell details, wind, tide, and water temperature. A free daily forecast is available, with premium features for multi-day predictions and advanced statistics.

Access global wave height and direction data for activities like surfing, fishing, and beach visits. This tool provides essential information for planning your outdoor adventures.

Global wave height dataWave direction informationUseful for surfing

WaveWise: Surf & Swell Reports

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Wave Forecasts & Tide Charts

Ranked spot comparisonPersonalized surf filtersSession window analysis

This app helps surfers find the best waves by analyzing forecasts and ranking nearby surf sessions. It personalizes recommendations based on skill level and desired wave size, and helps discover new surf spots. Users can plan their sessions days in advance with detailed, easy-to-understand weather breakdowns.

NOAA buoy data, artfully.

Real-time NOAA buoy data visualizationColor-coded swell directionPulse speed indicates wave period

Visualize real-time NOAA buoy data as a dynamic, glowing map. Understand ocean conditions like swell direction, wave period, and height through intuitive visual cues rather than numbers. Access detailed conditions for over 170 buoys across various ocean regions.

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free

Buoys: Live Ocean Data

Buoy data at a glance

Lock screen widget for live swell dataReal-time swell conditions from NOAA buoysFavorite buoy list

Access live ocean conditions directly from your lock screen with a convenient widget. Monitor swell, wave height, and water temperature in real-time from over 1,400 NOAA buoy stations.

Access comprehensive surf forecasts, live surf cams, and expert reports for breaks worldwide. Plan future surf trips with 16-day forecasts and relive your sessions with wave analysis and video playback. Shop surf gear and stay updated on surf news.

Live surf cams at 950+ breaks16-day long-range forecastsDaily surf reports from experts

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Surfing Waves: Surf Forecast

Ocean Swell Tide Wind Tracker

NeoSwell - Coastal Weather

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Sea & Ocean Forecast

8,000+ global surf spotsVisual wave charts7-day surf forecasts

Get real-time surf forecasts and conditions for over 8,000 locations globally. Plan your perfect surf session with detailed wave charts, 7-day forecasts, and water temperature monitoring. Save favorite spots for quick access.

Experience the calming ambiance of the ocean with a collection of beautiful ocean sounds and accompanying imagery. This app offers an easy-to-use interface to play and stop various ocean soundscapes, creating a realistic and immersive experience.

Ambient ocean soundsBeautiful ocean imagesPlay/Stop button

Live ocean buoy data worldwide

Live buoy data worldwideWater temperature and swell heightAutomatic closest buoy selection

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.

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NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data

Marine Wind, Wave & Sea Temps

Intuitive map interfaceQuick-view FavoritesTropical Storm/Hurricane/Cyclone locations

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.

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SeaLegs AI: Marine Forecasts

Boating, Fishing, Wind & Tides

AI Trip AnalysisMultiple Weather ModelsRoute Planning & Optimization

This app provides professional-grade marine weather forecasts using AI to help plan safer boating trips. It offers detailed route analysis, intelligent recommendations, and real-time updates based on multiple weather models.

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts

(63)

free

Boating and Fishing Forecasts

16-day weather, wind, wave, and tide forecastsSave unlimited favorite forecast pointsHigh-res wind, swell, and sea surface temperature charts

Get detailed marine weather forecasts for offshore fishing and boating. Plan your trips with wind, wave, and tide predictions up to 16 days out. Visualize ocean conditions with high-resolution charts and a proprietary wave forecast model for enhanced accuracy.

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Tide Guide: Charts & Tables

NOAA Tides, Weather & Alerts

Worldwide tide and marine weather dataFull-screen dynamic chartsMonthly and yearly tide tables

Access detailed tide and marine weather forecasts worldwide. Visualize conditions with beautiful charts and customize your experience with widgets and Live Activities. Plan your next outdoor adventure with confidence.

Surfline: Wave & Surf Reports

(10K)

freemium

Forecasts, Cams, Wind, & Tide

Global live surf camsHourly condition dataExpert surf reports

This app provides detailed surf forecasts, live conditions, and expert analysis to help surfers plan their sessions. Access over 1000 live cams worldwide, hourly data on wave height, wind, and tide, and track your progress with session logging. Premium members receive exclusive discounts and giveaways.

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freemium

Resonance of the Ocean

by Pujia8 Limited

Collect items from the shoreCraft unique instrumentsRespond to ocean echoes

Explore a desolate island, collecting washed-up items to craft unique instruments. Use these instruments to respond to mysterious echoes from across the ocean in a hand-drawn world. Immerse yourself in a calming soundscape of nature and found objects.

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Marine Weather Forecast Pro

NOAA Marine Weather Forecast

Real-time marine buoy data5-day NWS marine weather forecastHistorical wave trend reports

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.