# WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map

> Weather Alerts & Wind Speed

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id317992025](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id317992025)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id317992025`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WeatherFlow
- **Category:** Weather
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (4,647 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.11
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-28
- **First published:** 2009-06-11
- **Size:** 137 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/windalert-wind-weather-map/id317992025)
- **Website:** [https://windalert.com/](https://windalert.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://got.wf/privacy](https://got.wf/privacy)

## Description

WindAlert aggregates real-time weather observations from Tempest Weather Systems and public feeds (NOAA/NWS, METAR, AWOS, ASOS, CWOP) to deliver accurate wind speed, wind direction, and local weather. It provides a live wind map, radar, forecasts, and a broad set of parameters including tides, wave height, air temperature, humidity, dew point, precipitation rate, sunrise and sunset, and more. AI-powered Nearcast forecasts, along with multiple forecast models (HRRR, NAM, GFS, CMC, ICON), deliver enhanced predictions for planning and safety.

Customize alerts, manage favorites, and visualize data on detailed maps and nautical charts. WindAlert supports Apple Watch and offers subscription tiers (Plus, Pro, Gold) for additional stations and coastal hurricane-proof sensors through WeatherFlow Networks. Join the Tempest Weather Network, add your own Tempest system, share observations to contribute to the science record, and connect with Tempest across social channels.

## Rankings

- #26,490 — Overall

## Review summary

WindAlert is highly praised for accurate wind forecasts and easy planning of wind-driven activities, with reliable NOAA-based data and simple, location-specific wind information. Users report ease of use for basic data and trust from professionals. The main drawbacks are pricing/upgrades and improving access to free features, with some concern over the business model around crowd-sourced wind data.

### Pros

- Very accurate wind forecasts and wind direction.
- Excellent planning tool for wind-dependent activities (sailing, kiteboarding, rowing) with location-specific data and a future wind table.
- Reliable data sources (NOAA buoys/stations) and wind maps.
- Easy to use for basic wind data without heavy parsing.
- Widely trusted by professionals (captains and water-sports operators) for decision-making.

### Cons

- Pricing and upgrade costs are a concern; upgrading to Pro can be expensive and users want a more affordable option.
- Free option should be easier to use and access basic features.
- Perceived questionable business model around selling crowd-sourced wind data.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id317992025)