# Wind Speed Forecast App

> NOAA Wind & Weather Forecast

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1471756069](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1471756069)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1471756069`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** LW Brands, LLC
- **Category:** Weather
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (4,089 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.28
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-29
- **First published:** 2019-07-11
- **Size:** 75 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wind-speed-forecast-app/id1471756069)
- **Website:** [https://lwbrandsllc.com](https://lwbrandsllc.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/26017729](https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/26017729)

## Description

Wind Speed Forecast App brings NOAA wind and weather forecasts to your iPhone or iPad. Tap any point on the map to see spot-specific wind, waves, and weather, with a 7-day outlook, access to 40,000+ wind stations, and NOAA overlays for quick situational awareness.

Pro subscribers get hourly forecasts, high-resolution satellite imagery, 16-day forecast models, and advanced graphics for severe weather. Regional coverage includes the Continental U.S., Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

## Rankings

- #28,519 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users praise the app for accurate, detailed wind data and usefulness for outdoor activities, with strong support and free core features. However, recurring complaints include inconsistent forecasts in some locations, gating by a Pro subscription that limits access, and frustrating UI/navigation.

### Pros

- Very accurate wind forecasts and reliable data from NWS; praised for planning outdoor activities.
- Easy to use with clear, color-coded hourly and daily wind data; readable and accessible.
- Rich, detailed wind data and visuals (maps, satellite imagery, wind direction and gusts) supporting sailing, kayaking, fishing, and other activities.
- Valuable for planning trips and matches; described as indispensable for wind planning.
- Core features available without mandatory subscription; some users appreciate free access.

### Cons

- Forecast accuracy varies by location with notable errors in certain areas (e.g., Resurrection Bay Alaska, underestimating gusts).
- Pro subscription gating reduces functionality; the free version provides a lesser forecast and prompts for PRO to access full features.
- User interface and navigation can be overly complex or unintuitive, with several reviews calling it the worst UI.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1471756069)