# AfricaWeather — Daily forecasts & stormtracker

> Accurate African weather forecasts, observations, and storm tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by AfricaWeather.com.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/africaweather/id474736329 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AfricaWeather.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/474736332)
- Category: Weather, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 252 App Store ratings · 160 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 162 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-01-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/africaweather/id474736329/reviews.md

## What is AfricaWeather?

AfricaWeather, the leaders in accurate weather intelligence services. 
The new AfricaWeather app enables you to explore new horizons by providing you with the most accurate weather in Africa. The app gives you the freedom to make informed decisions about your day, by looking at your local weather conditions, observations, storms and lightning. Look no further, download a proudly South African app and see for yourself!

KEY FEATURES INCLUDED
- Observations from hundreds of automated weather stations across the country: Temperature, wind speed and direction, dew point, relative humidity and  pressure.
- 7 day forecasts of minimum, maximum temperature, icon, rain probability/likely amount and 9am/3pm wind.
- Sunrise, Sunset, first light and last light
- Hourly temperature, chance of rain and wind forecasts in our interactive viewer. 
- Automated video maps
- Moon information
- Push Notifications*
- Storm tracker with layers available for Lightning*, Storm and Satellite


DATA SOURCES
Data used within the AfricaWeather app is sourced from a number of data sources including observations from Airports and forecasts generated by industry leading forecast ensembles that use all major global weather models to produce the most accurate forecast available. Storm information is generated from lightning activity detected through our own high resolution lightning detection network.

ABOUT AFRICAWEATHER
AfricaWeather is Africa’s leading commercial weather information provider serving industries in agriculture, mining, construction, education and consumer markets.
We have rebranded from WeatherSA to AfricaWeather as we are now covering more towns in Africa.
AfricaWeather services over 1 million Africans via our website and mobile applications. We interpret weather information and make it relevant to your lifestyle. 
Visit www.africaweather.com for more information.

*Some data are only available to Pro Subscribers.

SUBSCRIPTIONS:
Choose from two subscriptions options:
* Ad-free - R 39.99/year auto-renewing subscription
* Pro - R 49.99/month auto-renewing subscription

- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
 - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
 - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
 - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase

You can learn more about our terms of use here: https://v1.africaweather.com/resources/AfricaWeather_Business_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf

## Key features

- Hundreds of weather station observations
- 7-day weather forecasts
- Sunrise, sunset, and moon information
- Hourly temperature, rain, and wind forecasts
- Automated video maps
- Storm tracker with lightning and satellite layers
- Push notifications

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-free Subscription | $2.49 | per year |
| AfricaWeather Pro Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Ad-free Subscription | $2.99 | per year |


## What do users think of AfricaWeather?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
- 📊 Detailed weather information
- 🔔 Useful notifications and alerts
- 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of South African locations
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent or inaccurate weather data
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Limited free features
- 🌐 Lack of integration with other weather services
- 🕰️ Outdated or slow updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Incorrect location data
- Delayed or missing notifications
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Syncing problems between devices

**Most requested features**

- Hourly weather forecasts
- Live weather radar
- GPS-based location tracking
- Customizable widgets and home screen integration
- Improved storm and severe weather warnings

## Recent user reviews (10 of 160)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/africaweather/id474736329/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Mrs Kotzian

*2023-08-03, version 3.2.3*

Can only get one day. The rest does not appear

### 3/5 — Mrs

*2023-07-31*

This is great for planning your day and week.

### 4/5 — A joy to use

*2021-02-22, version 3.2.1*

This is one of the best weather apps I could find for weather in South Africa!

I’m very close to giving it 5*, however, the ad removal price/year is not correct. It states that it cost $1 less in the app than what is presented to you once you are about to pay.
I don’t mind paying a $ more, but at least make sure that it’s not misleading then.

Keep up the great work on this, it’s truly someone exceptional to be using as a South African.

*I’ll subscribe and update this review as soon as the discrepancies are fixed

### 4/5 — Local weather

*2020-07-02*

Hi, sometimes the weather is way out when it comes to wind. Often the wind is blowing much harder than the app says it is. Partly I think because the app keeps changing my location to Kingswood which is down in the valley.  I am up on the side of the hill and we get lots of wind here.
J. Holmes

### 5/5 — Certainly worth 5 stars, however . . .

*2018-10-16, version 3.0.2*

Unable to activate the subscription hence my three stars

### 1/5 — App no longer working

*2018-01-24, version 2.1.1*

The App no longer displays data. I have contacted support, but to no avail.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2017-10-21, version 2.1.1*

Does not update anymore....

### 1/5 — Not working anymore

*2017-10-16, version 2.1.1*

Weathersa was my favorite app for weather. But recently all data fields are now blank...

### 3/5 — Gone from what was a decent app to worse

*2017-09-03, version 2.1.1*

Was awesome me app for local SA Weather  conditions. Push notifications app DONT work anymore ... in addition I'd prefer buying the app and getting storm /Rain  notifications for free  rather then downloading the & then buying services, this model of pricing is just greed. The subscriptions are ridiculous !

### 4/5 — App won't open

*2016-12-15, version 2.1.1*

I've used this app for ages but since the latest update I can't even open the app. It just says that it's expanding into Africa and then shuts down. Disappointing.

## Frequently asked questions about AfricaWeather

### What does the AfricaWeather app do?

The AfricaWeather app provides accurate weather intelligence services for Africa. It offers daily forecasts, local weather conditions, observations from weather stations, and storm tracking capabilities, including lightning and satellite layers. The app aims to help users make informed decisions about their day based on reliable weather data.

### What are the key features of AfricaWeather?

Key features include observations from hundreds of automated weather stations (temperature, wind, humidity, pressure), 7-day forecasts (min/max temperature, rain probability), sunrise/sunset times, hourly forecasts in an interactive viewer, automated video maps, moon information, push notifications, and a storm tracker with lightning and satellite layers. Some advanced features are available to Pro subscribers.

### How much does AfricaWeather cost?

The app offers a free version with an ad-supported experience. Users can opt for an ad-free subscription for R 39.99/year or a Pro subscription for R 49.99/month, which unlocks additional features. Subscriptions are auto-renewing and can be managed in the user's account settings.

### What data sources does AfricaWeather use?

The app utilizes data from various sources, including observations from airports and forecasts generated by industry-leading forecast ensembles that incorporate major global weather models. Storm information is derived from their own high-resolution lightning detection network.

### Who is the target audience for AfricaWeather?

This app is designed for anyone in Africa who needs reliable and detailed weather information. This includes individuals planning their daily activities, as well as professionals in sectors like agriculture, mining, and construction who rely on accurate weather intelligence for their operations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.5 — 2024-10-27

Update support tab

### 3.2.4 — 2024-02-07

Minor bug fixes and updates for improved performance

### 3.2.3 — 2022-05-19

Minor bug fix release.

### 3.2.2 — 2021-04-23

Minor update to prepare for iOS14.5.

### 3.2.1 — 2021-02-08

Minor update to resolve a few bugs.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-13.*