Race Forecasting & Sailing

Solutions built from experience in all aspects of the sport

OrcaMet provides forecasting support tailored specifically for high-performance sailing. This isn't generic weather data — this is race-day intelligence built from experience in the sport, backed by real-time validation and decision-ready outputs. If this sounds too serious, we also do cruising support for offshore and ocean passages tailored to your requirements.

National Champion

40k+

Nautical Miles

Years Competition

Global

Team Support

What We Deliver

Race-Day Forecasts

Detailed forecasts built from high-resolution models, observations, and local effects

Bias-Corrected Data

Wind data refined using onboard instrumentation, logs, and sensor fusion

Trend Tracking

Wind trends, wind shear, clouds, and visual queues with real-world interpretation

Post-Race Analysis

Support performance review and strategic learning with detailed debriefs

Who We Support

Elite Campaigns

Grand Prix and international race campaigns requiring precision support

National Teams

National-level inshore and offshore teams competing at the highest levels

Racers & Navigators

Teams who want clarity in marginal calls and optimised decision-making

Big Fleets

Race officials and Competitors who want more from their championships

Offshore cruisers

Sailors who want support and weather updates for their passages, whether that is finding a weather window and creating passage plans to regular updates in line with the conditions and your needs

Why It Works

This service was built on the needs of real racing teams, where a missed shift or wrong side of the course isn't academic, it's the difference between winning and trailing the fleet. We've sat in the nav seat, worked under pressure, and know what matters when every degree counts.

Forecasts are always aligned with your sailing area, boat type, risk tolerance, and onboard systems. Whether it's a simple gut check the night before, or full start-to-finish support, you get what you need: no more, no less.

We have sailed offshore in serious conditions and value the input of a calm and informed source of information. This is key to keeping sailing safe, fun and prepared.

Available Support Options

Daily Packages

Forecast packages before and during regattas with comprehensive coverage

Live Nowcasting

On-call support via message or call for real-time decisions

Performance Loop

Forecast + polar performance feedback loop support

Coaching & Workshops

One-off coaching or tactical weather workshops for teams

Offshore Prep

Custom tactical briefings for Navigators

Ocean Passage Support

Regular updates for the duration of your Passage, with more support during high stress times

Everything is built around your needs. No fluff. No one size fits all templates. Just weather support that makes you faster and smarter on the racecourse or safer for your ocean crossing.

Sailing Services & Packages

**Offshore/Ocean sailing services and pricing**
Service Type	Price	What's included
Briefings	£300	Comprehensive team weather briefing session Custom graphics and visualizations for your venue Q&A session with meteorologist Recommendations based on boat performance Written summary
Daily Updates (RRS 41 Compliant)	£80/day	Generic video briefing available to all subscribed competitors Weather data tables for all subscribed competitors Fully compliant with RRS Rule 41 (outside assistance) Morning delivery to subscribed competitors No personalized tactical advice
Personalized Updates	£120/day	Twice daily personalized updates for cruisers or racers Custom routing and tactical advice Direct communication via preferred method Note: Outside RRS 41 - not for use during racing unless otherwise specified
Custom Solutions	Get in touch	Major events and championships Long-term campaign support Integrated performance analysis Bespoke packages tailored to your needs

**Inshore/ Grand Prix sailing day-rate tiers**
Tier	Price / day	What's included
Bronze	£80	Forecast only (written AM brief and short video >3 mins) No debrief or updates
Silver	£120	Forecast + morning video (3–5 min) Venue guide PDF included Pre-start text update; optional post-race bullet points
Gold	£250	Forecast + morning video (5–8 min) Debrief and involvement throughout the day (20–30 min live or written) with data analysis notes using client input

Ready to Get Started?

Get in touch to discuss your sailing weather support needs. Whether you're planning for a single regatta or looking for ongoing campaign support, we're here to help you make better decisions on the water.