The Swim Risk Calculator is a tool used to calculate a swim risk estimate based on various weather data. It should be noted that this calculator should not be the sole determinant when calculating a swim risk level. There are many other factors that can impact swim risk that this calculator will not capture. This software is free to use and disseminate for non-commercial reasons.
The swim risk calculator computes a weighted swim risk calculation based on various weather parameters. The output is merely for guidance and should not be the sole determinant in setting your risk level.
Point-by-point breakdown
The calculator outputs the prescribed points depending on the input values. The point system is based off of the swim risk checklist outlined in the user guide.
The calculator determines the risk output based on the swim risk checklists point system. There are four risk possibilities: low, moderate, high, and extreme risk.