Windfinder News

Windfinder News

App Feature Alert: New spot and cluster icons + 120,000 additional places tappable on the search map!

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We are constantly working on improving our beloved app and have added some new features for you!

Labels
All 120,000 cities, districts, small towns, and villages with more than 1,000 residents are now tappable labels on the search map with detailed wind and weather forecasts. Just tap on it and make it your favorite!

Windfinder Spots
For a fresh look and more consistency, we have given the Windfinder Spots and spot clusters a design overhaul. With better contrast to the map, the location selection is now easier and more intuitive.

We value your feedback and welcome any suggestions you may have to make the Windfinder app better. You can easily reach us by tapping the feedback button in the app or by sending an email to support@windfinder.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

120,000 additional places, a stunning high-resolution map, and new map features

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What is new
We’ve added labels for more than 120,000 cities and towns and given the Windfinder Spots on the map a major overhaul. The improved map menu and our new high-resolution map make navigating our weather map now easier than ever!

The Map
Our brand new high-resolution wind map with relief displays real topographical conditions. Hills, mountains, and valleys are now visible on the map. With the high-resolution wind forecast, you will see on the map how the wind flows through canyons or is deflected by islands in the sea. It enhances your visual experience making it easier to track changes in weather patterns.

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New Map Features
We have slightly reorganized our map menu for easier use and added new features. The menu is divided into forecast settings and filtering options for points of interest. Use the toggle switches to customize your forecast map. Keep on reading for more details.

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Labels
Cities, districts, small towns, and villages are displayed as clickable labels on the map with detailed wind and weather forecasts. States and associated sub-areas, such as federal states, are also displayed as clickable labels and reposition your screen view for better orientation. Use the toggle switch to activate or deactivate the labels on the map.

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Windfinder Spots
Specific points of interest that may be relevant to you are Windfinder Spots. These include local infrastructure, such as airports, marinas, beaches, and buoys. More importantly, many Windfinder Spots are places suitable for water- and wind-based sports and activities. Discover spots for your home and holiday sessions directly on the map and make them your favorite by tapping the star icon. Click on “Show Spots” to see your filter options and the Windfinder Spots on the map.

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Spot Cluster
Depending on the zoom level of the forecast map, nearby Windfinder Spots are grouped into spot clusters. The clusters help you navigate the map by giving it a clearer look. Click or tap these cluster icons to zoom in until individual spot markers appear.

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Value Grid
See the air temperature and precipitation in a value grid to get the exact temperature or precipitation for your area, making the forecast on the map easier to read.

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More places, more details, easier to use.

Thanks for reading! We hope you’ll like our new features as much as we do!

See the new forecast map: https://www.windfinder.com

Still got questions? Head over to our help section and find the answers: https://www.windfinder.com/help/usage/weather-maps.htm

If you haven’t found what you’re looking for or just want to drop us a line, email us at support@windfinder.com. We look forward to your feedback!

Always stay safe with “Severe Weather Warnings”!

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Our latest feature provides you with comprehensive severe weather warnings for Europe and the U.S. - based on reports from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Meteoalarm, a network of European national weather services.

In case of a predicted event for your selected spot, a preview warning will be displayed on the spot page or forecast screen. By clicking or tapping on the warning, you will get a detailed description of the event and its impact, including instructions on how to stay safe during this hazard.

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The warnings are structured in a multi-level system. Hazard icons indicate the type of severe weather, while the intensity of the event is indicated with a color code ranging from gray (minor) to red (devastating).

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If multiple warnings are displayed for one location, the most recent or the one with the highest warning level always applies!

Be prepared at all times and take the necessary precautions with Windfinder’s latest feature!

Out now for Android, iOs (Windfinder Free/Plus) and web.

Not seeing warnings or unsure of the meaning of a displayed warning? Head over to our help section where we answer the most common questions.

If you still have questions, email us at support@windfinder.com.

New Web Feature: Most Popular Locations

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Find the most popular locations worldwide and discover new places for your activity!

About to plan your next vacation or looking for something new in your area? Our latest update got you covered. With this feature, we offer yet another way to find your preferred location.

All you have to do is select a country and a region and we give you a list of the most popular locations for your selection. On top of that, this list can be additionally filtered by your preferred activity.

Then, just click on a location and you get all the weather forecast data you need. And don’t forget to mark it as a favorite!  

You’ll find the “Locations” feature in the top left corner, right beside the Windfinder logo:

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In the mobile web version, just click on the hamburger button and look for “Spots and locations” under “Find wind and weather”:

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Check out our latest feature and visit Windfinder.com!

Any questions? Are you missing a top spot? Or any location got the wrong or missing sport tag? Email us at support@windfinder.com

Windfinder is official partner of the sailing school project Camp 24/7 presented by Kiel.Sailing.City

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We are happy to announce that WINDFINDER is official partner of Kiel.Sailing.City’s unique sailing school project Camp 24/7.

In May 2022 it’s “Cast off!” again at the Kiel Fjord. The joint project of state capital Kiel and Kiel-Marketing, powered by Stadtwerke Kiel AG and over 90 sponsors, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and attracts sailing fans - young and old - with exciting sailing courses and other highlights.

Registration for courses during the summer vacations is now open. More information is at: www.camp24-7.de! We are looking forward to a great season 2022 at Camp 24/7 and hopefully many windy days!

Picture by ©Kiel-Marketing