Description:A professional marine weather app built for boaters, sailors, anglers, and surfers. Access real-time NOAA buoy observations and NWS marine forecasts on an interactive map to plan routes, choose safe windows, and monitor coastal conditions with confidence.
Core features:
- Real-time NOAA buoy data: wind speed and direction, gusts, wave height and period, swell, sea temperature, visibility, and pressure.
- Marine forecasts and tides: NWS marine zone forecasts, hourly and multi-day outlooks, tide tables, and coastal conditions.
- Interactive map and favorites: search by name or GPS, browse nearby stations, and save favorites for one-tap access.
Why it stands out:
- Reliable NOAA sources for accurate marine weather and navigation planning.
- Clear charts and concise summaries for quick decision-making on the water.
- Designed for sailing, fishing, paddling, and coastal travel with marine-focused tools and data.
Keywords: NOAA buoy app, marine weather, navigation, sailing forecast, fishing weather, surf conditions, wind and wave, tide charts, NWS marine forecast.
How to use:1. Download and open the app, then allow location access to quickly find nearby buoys and marine forecast zones.
2. Continue as a guest or create an account, and choose your preferred units for wind, waves, and temperature.
3. Use the map or search to find a buoy or station, then tap it to view live observations; open the Forecast and Tides sections for detailed outlooks.
4. Add frequently used stations to Favorites for quick access and reorder them to match your route or home port.
5. Customize display options such as units and map layers to make data easier to read during trip planning and on the water.