# iKitesurf: Weather & Waves

> iKitesurf is your most trusted Kiteboarding & Kitesurfing weather source.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.windalert.android.ikitesurf`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WeatherFlow
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 60,270
- **Rating:** 4.76 / 5 (954 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-05
- **First published:** 2012-11-21
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 38 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.windalert.android.ikitesurf)
- **Website:** [https://wx.ikitesurf.com](https://wx.ikitesurf.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://help.weatherflow.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052221353](https://help.weatherflow.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052221353)

## Description

iKitesurf is the ultimate weather extension tailored for kiteboarding, kitesurfing, and kite foiling enthusiasts. Leveraging over 65,000 proprietary Tempest Weather Systems alongside government data sources like NOAA and NWS, it delivers precise real-time wind, tide, and wave forecasts for thousands of coastal and inland riding spots. Users benefit from AI-enhanced Nearcast models, live radar, marine forecasts, and detailed weather insights such as wave height, water temperature, and historical wind statistics.

Customize your experience by creating favorite station lists, receiving unlimited wind alerts via email, text, or app notification, and accessing advanced forecast models (HRRR, NAM, GFS, and more). Upgrade options unlock pro-level meteorologist-crafted forecasts and exclusive stations at hotspot locations. Whether you're on a bay, river, or oceanfront, iKitesurf ensures you have the most accurate weather intelligence to ride confidently and safely.

## Rankings

- #277,410 — Overall
- #50 — Weather (Gross)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.windalert.android.ikitesurf.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.windalert.android.ikitesurf.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.windalert.android.ikitesurf.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Best local wind forecasting available.
- Accurate and updates regularly.
- Useful for multiple wind sports (kiteboarding, wing foiling, sailing).
- Good mix of free and premium features.
- Responsive support for adding new locations.

### Cons

- Expensive subscription model, with difficulties in cancellation.
- App frequently buggy and has glitches.
- Recent updates have negatively impacted user experience.
- Confusing interface, especially with wind direction indicators.
- Issues with the live wind map not showing real-time data.

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