Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Travel Forecast?
Travel Forecast gives weather forecasts, packing recommendations, and past weather data for cruise destinations. It helps you plan your trips better.
What are Weather-Based Packing Recommendations?
Travel Forecast analyzes the predicted weather (temperature, precipitation, UV index) for every stop on your cruise and suggests specific items to pack. This ensures you're prepared for everything from sunny beach days to cool evenings at sea.
How do I search for cruise weather?
You can search for cruise weather using the search bar on our homepage. Type in the cruise line or place to get the latest weather information.
Can I access past weather data?
Yes, Travel Forecast gives past weather data for different cruise destinations. You can find this information through our search feature.
Where does Travel Forecast get its weather data?
Travel Forecast gets its weather data from Visual Crossing, a weather data provider. They offer past weather data, current conditions, and weather forecasts. Our forecasts are available for up to 15 days ahead.
How often is the weather data updated?
The weather data has an updated field that shows when it was last updated and a source field that tells the type of weather data it is. As your cruise gets closer to a port, the data is updated more frequently.
How can I tell if I'm looking at a forecast or past weather?
The source field tells the type of weather data you are viewing. For example, "Forecast" means a forecast based on 15-day models, while "Observational" means past observations from weather stations.
Here are the possible values for the source field:
- Daily Forecast – daily data
- Hourly Forecast – hourly data
- Forecast Alerts – weather alerts
- Current – current conditions or conditions at requested time
- Current Events – past events like hail, tornadoes, wind damage, and earthquakes (not enabled by default)
- Historical Observations – past observations from weather stations
- Forecast Combination
- Remote Forecast – past observations from remote sources like satellite or radar
- Forecast – forecast based on 15-day models
- Statistical – past statistical normals and daily statistical forecast
- Statistical Forecast – full statistical forecast information for future dates beyond the current model forecast
How are "Sea Day" weather forecasts calculated?
Sea days are days when the ship is traveling between two ports. Since there is no specific port location for these days, we calculate the weather by interpolating the data between your last port and your next port. This gives you a representative forecast for your time at sea.
Is Travel Forecast free to use?
Yes, Travel Forecast is free to use. We aim to provide accurate and up-to-date weather information to help you plan your cruises.
How can I contact Travel Forecast?
You can contact us via email at contact@travel-forecast.com.