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WaveWatch Live

WaveWatch3 apps · 1.6K installsWeatherFreecom.wavewatch.app

FREE marine weather app for sailors & surfers. No ads, no limits.

Total installs
998
exact · Play shows 500+
Installs / day
—
measured after our second crawl (about a day)
Rating
—★
— ratings · — reviews
Released
6 Jan 2026
9mo ago
Last update
17 Jan 2026
v1.0.2 · 9mo ago
Countries
—
not checked yet

Install history

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Installs per day · last 90 days

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Change timeline

No changes recorded yet. We compare every crawl with the previous one and list title, icon, screenshots, description, version, price and availability changes here.

Country availability

Availability has not been checked for this app yet. “Check all countries” looks the app up in about 140 Google Play storefronts and shows where it is live, listed but not installable, or missing — plus any country-specific (custom) store listings.

Top countries

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We estimate where downloads come from using the app’s position in Google Play’s top charts in about 140 countries. This app is not in any chart we have collected yet; the estimate appears as soon as it is.

Top chart positions

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Permissions

11 in 4 groups
7 Sensitive0 Notable4 Routine

What this app can do with your phone

  • Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networks
  • Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks
  • Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storage
  • Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storage
  • Show its own windows or bubbles on top of other apps you are using
LocationSensitive2

Access to where your device is, using GPS or network signals

  • Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networksapproximate location (network-based) · ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
  • Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networksprecise location (GPS and network-based) · ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Photos/Media/FilesSensitive2

Access to photos, videos, music and other files stored on your device

  • Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
StorageSensitive2

Access to files, photos and media saved on your phone's storage

  • Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
  • Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
OtherSensitive5

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

  • Show its own windows or bubbles on top of other apps you are usingdraw over other apps · SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
  • Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET
  • Make your phone vibratecontrol vibration · VIBRATE
  • Check with Google Play that you got this app legitimatelyGoogle Play license check · com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE

Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description
WaveWatch is the ultimate marine weather companion for sailors, surfers, boaters, and water sports enthusiasts. Get detailed marine and weather data with precision accuracy for safe and enjoyable time on the water. MARINE WEATHER DATA • Wave Height & Direction - Track wave heights, periods, and directions • Swell Analysis - Detailed swell height, period, and direction data • Wind Waves - Separate wind wave and swell components • Sea Surface Temperature - Current water temperatures • Ocean Currents - Velocity and direction of ocean currents WEATHER FORECASTS • 10-Day Hourly Forecasts - Detailed weather predictions • Wind Speed & Direction - Color-coded wind visualization • Temperature & Precipitation - Air temp, feels-like, rain probability • Visibility & Pressure - Essential navigation data • UV Index & Sunrise/Sunset - Sun protection and daylight planning INTERACTIVE FEATURES • Time-Based Weather Maps - Scroll through forecast timelines • Location Search - Find any coastal area worldwide • GPS Integration - Automatic location detection • Nearby Places - Discover harbors, beaches, and launch points • Favorites System - Save your most-used locations PROFESSIONAL MARINE TOOLS • Multiple Unit Systems - Nautical (knots), Metric, Imperial • Wind Scale Visualization - Color-coded Beaufort scale • Marine-Specific Forecasts - Purpose-built for water activities • High Precision Data - Professional-grade accuracy PRIVACY & RELIABILITY • Zero Data Collection - Your information stays on your device • Offline Capabilities - Local storage for critical data • Fast Performance - Optimized for mobile use • Reliable Sources Perfect for sailing trips, surfing sessions, fishing trips, yacht cruising, and any water-based activity. Whether you're a professional sailor or weekend boater, WaveWatch provides the marine intelligence you need to make informed decisions on the water.

What's new

Fixed several map-related issues Improved overall UI and user experience Enhanced map performance and responsiveness

Growing in Weather

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