Best Water Conditions Apps

Real-time water levels and flowsWater temperaturesHydrometric station maps

Access real-time water levels, flows, and temperatures for rivers worldwide. Ideal for sports enthusiasts and professionals, it offers detailed maps, navigability information, and customizable alerts for over 40,000 hydrometric stations.

(4.5K)

Windfinder: Wind & Weather map

Tides, waves & storm forecast

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts

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.

BoatUS - Boat Weather & Tides

(6.4K)

freemium

24/7 Boat Towing & Insurance

24/7 towing assistanceBoating forecasts (weather & tides)Small craft advisories

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.

(57K)

Buoyweather - Marine Forecasts

Accurate Marine Weather

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.

(744)

NOAA Marine Weather & Forecast

Predict wind, swell, and waves

Accurate wind, wave, and weather predictionsIntuitive wind, wave, and weather chartsStation search with custom suggestions

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.

(5K)

NOAA Buoy Reports & Ship Data

No Nonsense Buoy Conditions

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.

(2.4K)

Viz App - Diving Conditions

Share water visibility reports

Share dive logs and ocean conditionsView aggregated live viz reports3-day dive site trends

Share real-time ocean visibility reports with a community of divers. Log your dives, upload photos, and track conditions like surge and siltiness. See trends for dive sites and connect with fellow ocean enthusiasts.

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

(15K)

MarineTraffic - Ship Tracking

World's #1 ship tracking app!

Live vessel tracking worldwideShip positions and movementsVoyage history and key events

Track vessels live worldwide using AIS data. View ship positions, movements, and voyage history with detailed vessel information and enhanced weather monitoring. Unlock advanced features for deeper visibility and extended coverage with a Pro plan.

✈️ Travel

(65K)

Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling

River & Lake Maps & Conditions

Nationwide mapped rivers and lakesPublic access points and boat rampsThousands of paddling routes

Discover and plan paddling adventures with detailed maps, real-time conditions, and route information. Find launch points, campsites, and weather forecasts to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip on rivers and lakes.

🗺️ Navigation

(1.2K)

by Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology MeteoSwiss

MeteoSwiss

Detailed weather forecastsNatural hazard warnings with push notificationsWeather animations and satellite images

Get comprehensive, up-to-date weather information for Switzerland. Receive forecasts, current measurements, and natural hazard warnings with customizable push notifications. Stay informed with weather animations, detailed reports, and a dedicated blog.

(138)

SailFlow: Sailing Forecasts

Wind, Maps, Waves & Tides

Proprietary Tempest Weather SystemsLive wind and current station reportsAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting

Get hyper-accurate, real-time marine weather forecasts and live wind reports. This app uses proprietary weather systems and integrates public data for detailed wind, wave, tide, and radar information. Customize alerts and track your favorite sailing spots.

(5.6K)

FishWeather: Marine Forecasts

Fish, Wind, Waves, and Tides

Hyper-local weather observationsProprietary Tempest Weather SystemsNearcast AI-enhanced forecasts

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.

(5K)

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.

NOAA Buoys Live Marine Weather

(9.4K)

freemium

National Data Buoy Center

Real-time NOAA buoy dataSearch buoys by name, region, or GPSMap view of all buoys

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.

(563)

Fish Deeper - Fishing App

Lake Depth Maps to Catch More

2D and 3D Depth MapsBottom Hardness MapsWaterbody Hub & Community

This app provides detailed lake depth and bottom hardness maps to help anglers locate prime fishing spots. It also offers community features for sharing catches and tips, weather forecasts, and offline map access. Enhance your fishing experience with real-time sonar data when paired with compatible devices.

⚽ Sports

(653)

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart

Navigation, Charts, Tides, Map

Simple GPS navigationCustomizable nautical chartsCommunity points of interest

Navigate waterways with detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts. Connect with a community of boaters to share points of interest and track friends on the water. Enjoy simplified GPS navigation tailored to your boat's draft.

🗺️ Navigation

(5.4K)