# PredictWind - Marine Forecasts

> The World Leader in Marine Weather Forecasts

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.predictwind.mobile.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.predictwind.mobile.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.predictwind.mobile.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** PredictWind Limited
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 2,436,348
- **Rating:** 4.65 / 5 (30,836 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.6.5.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-03
- **First published:** 2011-03-17
- **Publisher country:** NZ
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.predictwind.mobile.android)
- **Website:** [http://www.predictwind.com](http://www.predictwind.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.predictwind.com/about-us/privacy-policy](https://www.predictwind.com/about-us/privacy-policy)

## Description

PredictWind offers accurate marine weather forecasts and powerful tools for sailors and boaters. Access world-class forecast models (ECMWF, AIFS, ICON, UKMO, GFS, and more) and our PWAi, PWG, and PWE models for short-to-medium range accuracy. View high-resolution marine maps for wind, waves, current, rain, sea temperature, and more—suitable for sailing yachts, powerboats, and other marine activities.

Beyond forecasts, PredictWind provides essential tools to save time and stay safe at sea: Weather Routing computes optimal routes using tides, currents, wind, and waves; Departure Planning helps you choose ideal starting dates; Daily Briefing condenses forecast data into a concise summary; Maps, Tables, and Graphs offer detailed analysis; Live Wind Observations and Webcams keep you informed in real time; AIS Data to view vessels; GPS Tracking; and configurable Weather Alerts to match your preferences.

## Rankings

- #39,865 — Overall
- #15 — Weather (Gross)
- #72 — Weather (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.predictwind.mobile.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Overall, user sentiment favors accuracy and marine-focused features. PredictWind is repeatedly praised for precise wind forecasts, reliable weather routing for sailors, and up-to-date tidal and moon-phase data. Reviewers call it essential for boating, fishing, and severe-weather planning, with lines like 'Always spot on' and 'the only weather tool you need.' A few isolated criticisms mention a clunky UI, occasional login or startup issues, offline limitations, and price concerns, but these are not widely echoed. The app is generally regarded as a highly reliable, indispensable marine forecast tool.

### Pros

- Very accurate forecasts; frequently described as 'spot on' and more precise than alternatives.
- Strong maritime focus; excellent for weather routing in a maritime environment.
- Up-to-date tidal and moon-phase information.
- Widely trusted by mariners for boating, fishing, and severe-weather forecasting.
- Comprehensive wind data and flexible forecast options; considered the go-to tool for sailors.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.predictwind.mobile.android)