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Best Wind Direction Apps

204+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good wind direction apps. We benchmark 204+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Wind Direction

Wind Compass#1

Wind Compass by Maple Media Apps, LLC

Wind Speed & Weather Forecasts
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.6😐(22K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Track and monitor wind and weather conditions with detailed forecasts. Get real-time wind speed, direction, temperature, and precipitation chances for any location. Customize your view with various backgrounds and overlays.

What We Love

  • 🤩 Accurate wind speed and direction
  • 🎯 Helpful for outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and cycling
  • 🧭 Simple and easy-to-use interface
  • 💨 Provides real-time wind data

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent issues with loading data or getting no data
  • ⚠️ Inconsistent wind speed and direction readings compared to other sources
  • 🔒 Concerns about clipboard access and privacy
Windometer: Wind Speed Tracker#2

Windometer: Wind Speed Tracker by Ryan Ramchandar

Wind compass + Wind forecast
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.4😊(200 ratings)
Free
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This app provides real-time wind direction and speed data, along with hourly and daily forecasts. It features a wind compass and allows users to search for wind information in any city worldwide. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals who need accurate wind data.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Quick reference
  • 👍 Accurate wind data
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
  • 👍 Useful for various activities

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Compass not working after update
  • 🐛 Inaccurate wind data
  • 🐛 Doesn't update location automatically
Wind Compass - Windygo#3

Wind Compass - Windygo by Adam Fahlman

Speed Direction & Forecast
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8(289 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides detailed wind information and weather forecasts, crucial for outdoor activities like drone piloting and surfing. It offers a unique wind compass, customizable location settings, and Kp index readings. Users can choose between a free version with essential features or a Pro version for extended forecasts and unlimited saved locations.

More Wind Direction apps to explore

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Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Windfinder: Wind & Weather map
Tides, waves & storm forecast
Free

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.

Detailed wind and weather forecastsReal-time wind and weather measurementsTide forecasts
☀️ Weather
(6.4K)
freemium
5
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Hurricanes, marine weather
Free

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.

Wind report, forecast, and statisticsWind alert and storm warningsWeather history (2012-2024)
☀️ Weather
(72K)
freemium
6
Windy.com
Windy.com
Windy.com
NOAA Radar, Hurricanes, Alerts
Free

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

Live weather radar & satelliteOver 50 weather maps15+ weather models
☀️ Weather
(77K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
8
WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map
WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map
WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map
Weather Alerts & Wind Speed
Free

Access hyper-local weather observations and advanced forecasts powered by a vast network of proprietary weather stations. Get real-time wind speed, direction, and detailed weather parameters for various activities. Receive customized alerts and visualize weather patterns on interactive maps.

Real-time wind speed and directionProprietary Tempest Weather SystemsAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting
☀️ Weather
(4.5K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Wind Radar Map - Anemometer
Wind Radar Map - Anemometer
Wind Radar Map - Anemometer
Compass, Gust Speed & Alerts
Free

Visualize real-time wind speed, gust speed, and direction on an interactive radar map. Get accurate anemometer readings, marine data, and smart alerts for outdoor activities and navigation.

Live wind radar mapAccurate anemometer and wind meterGust speed tracking
☀️ Weather
(112)
free with in-app purchases
10
Ventusky: Weather Forecast
Ventusky: Weather Forecast
Ventusky: Weather Forecast
Forecast, Rain & Storm Tracker
Free

Get hyper-accurate weather forecasts, live radar, and storm tracking with this app. It combines multiple global weather models and over 40,000 webcams for detailed planning, from daily activities to professional use. Receive customizable alerts and view data across 16 altitudes.

Hyperlocal 14-day weather forecast80+ weather mapsLive radar and lightning detection
☀️ Weather
(35K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
13
Wind Speed Forecast App
Wind Speed Forecast App
Wind Speed Forecast App
NOAA Wind & Weather Forecast
Free

Get detailed wind, wave, and weather forecasts for any location. Access NOAA data, wind station information, and weather overlays. A premium subscription unlocks hourly forecasts, high-resolution satellite imagery, and extended forecast models.

7-Day NOAA Weather ForecastPoint & Zone Forecasts40,000+ Wind Stations
☀️ Weather
(4.1K)
free with in-app purchases
14
WindRose
WindRose
WindRose
Wind radar
Free

Monitor wind intensity and duration for the next 12 hours. Understand land wind patterns to infer sea conditions. Essential for planning outdoor activities and maritime endeavors.

Wind intensity trackingWind duration forecast12-hour wind evolution
☀️ Weather
(0)
free
15
Winds App
Winds App
Winds App
The wind everywhere
Free

Displays current outdoor wind speed and direction for various locations using nearby weather station data. Features include a Beaufort scale, dynamic background colors, and the ability to add locations by coordinates or name.

Beaufort scale, wind speed, and directionDynamic background and windmill visualsAdd locations by latitude/longitude or name
☀️ Weather
(7)
free
16
Measure your wind speed
Measure your wind speed
Measure your wind speed
Anemometer - wind & gust meter
Free

This application estimates wind speed using your device's sensors, requiring no internet or location data. It provides automatic updates for average wind speed and gusts, and includes a companion Watch app with complications. It is 100% ad-free and unaffected by nearby obstacles.

Estimates wind speed with device sensorsNo internet or location requiredAutomatic average wind speed updates
☀️ Weather
(110)
free
17
Haugastøl Wind Meter
Haugastøl Wind Meter
Haugastøl Wind Meter
Winter is Coming!
Free

This app provides real-time wind speed data for popular snow kiting locations on the Hardangervidda mountain plateau. It also offers access to webcams and road status information for a better outdoor experience.

Wind speed meter for multiple locationsWebcam accessRoad status updates
☀️ Weather
(7)
free
18
Wind & Weather Meter
Wind & Weather Meter
Wind & Weather Meter
by WeatherFlow
Free

This free app pairs with a WeatherFlow meter to capture and share hyper-local weather data. Get precise readings for wind speed, direction, temperature, humidity, and pressure, along with calculated values like wind chill and dew point. Share your detailed reports instantly via social media or popular weather services.

Capture wind speed, direction, temperature, humidity, pressureCalculate wind chill, heat index, dew point, air densityShare weather reports via social media and email
☀️ Weather
(6)
free
19
WindWise
WindWise
WindWise
See the Wind
Free

This application visualizes real-time wind speed and direction with a unique home screen widget. It offers detailed 24-hour and 7-day wind forecasts for any location, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those curious about weather patterns.

Real-time wind visualization widget24-hour and 7-day wind forecastsGlobal location support
☀️ Weather
(1)
free
20
Windsock: Wind and Weather
Windsock: Wind and Weather
Windsock: Wind and Weather
Wind speed and direction
$2.99

This app displays real-time wind direction and speed integrated into a compass interface. It allows users to search for and save favorite locations, offering wind data in various units of measurement.

Wind direction and speedIntegrated compassReal wind effects
☀️ Weather
(11)
paid

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