Description:NOAA Tide Chart & Forecast is a reliable marine weather and navigation app for coastal planning. It delivers tide times, tidal heights, currents, and local marine forecasts sourced from NOAA, helping boaters, anglers, surfers, sailors, and beachgoers plan safer trips. Fast to use, accurate, and easy to read, it puts real-time tide charts and weather insights in your pocket.
Core features include interactive tide charts with high and low tide times, station maps to find nearby tide locations, and detailed marine weather forecasts for wind, waves, and visibility. Set smart alerts for upcoming high or low tides and favorite stations for quick access. Ideal for trip planning, dock scheduling, fishing windows, and beach activities.
Keywords: NOAA tide charts, marine weather forecast, coastal navigation, boating, fishing, surfing, tide times
How to use:1. Download and open the app, then allow location access or search by city, beach, or station name to find your nearest NOAA tide station.
2. Select a station to view today’s tide chart with high and low tides, tidal heights, sunrise and sunset, and upcoming days at a glance.
3. Check the marine forecast for wind speed and direction, wave height and period, temperature, and visibility to plan safe departure and return times.
4. Tap the map to browse nearby stations, compare conditions, and add frequently used locations to Favorites for one-tap access.
5. Set tide alerts for specific heights or times and enable notifications so you never miss the best fishing window or a critical low tide.
6. Explore extra tools like hourly breakdowns and multi-day outlooks to fine-tune routes, launch times, and on-water activities.