Best apps like Avy: Avalanche &amp; Weather Info

Avy is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Avy

OnTheSnow Ski & Snow Report by OnTheSnow / Skiinfo

Ski & Snow Conditions

Editor's Choice

4.8😐(16K ratings)

Free

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Access detailed snow reports and real-time conditions for over 2,000 ski resorts worldwide. Compare snow, view webcams, check forecasts, and get powder alerts for your favorite mountains. Share your own reports and photos from the slopes.

What We Love

🌟 Best snow app
📊 Detailed snow reports
🗺️ Helpful resort information
📸 User-submitted photos
⚡ Accurate weather forecasts

Room to Improve

🕰️ Outdated snow and weather data
🧭 Missing resort coverage (e.g. Japan)
📢 Excessive advertising
🔍 Difficult to navigate and find information
🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

Snow Report & Forecast by LW Brands, LLC

NOAA Snow & Weather Forecast

Strong Contender

4.4😊(4K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Get detailed snow reports and weather forecasts, including hourly snowfall, 7-day NOAA forecasts, and satellite imagery. Access NWS discussions and long-range outlooks for weather planning.

What We Love

🌟 Excellent accuracy
🔍 Detailed snow forecasts
👍 Easy to use
💰 Good value for money
🚀 Fast and responsive
🗺️ Pinpoint location forecasts
🤖 Helpful developer support

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
🕰️ Updates during critical times
🌍 Limited coverage outside US
🔍 Confusing interface navigation
🔢 Inconsistent data between locations

Avalanche Forecasts by Sierra Avalanche Center

Worth Considering

Mountain Forecasts & Weather

4.7😐(402 ratings)

Free

Access real-time avalanche danger levels across North America with this app. View color-coded danger levels on a map for your chosen timeframe and explore detailed forecasts from over 20 forecasting centers. Stay informed about conditions wherever your adventures take you.

What We Love

👍 Easy-to-use interface and navigation
🗺️ Consolidated map view of multiple avalanche regions
⚡ Quick access to critical avalanche forecasts
🆓 Free app with valuable safety information
📱 Simple and intuitive design for on-the-go access
🌍 Covers multiple regions across North America
📊 Color-coded forecast ratings for at-a-glance understanding
🔗 Direct links to official avalanche center reports

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
🐛 Color coding not displaying correctly (especially Washington state)
🐛 Offline cache feature not working for certain regions
🐛 Regional data not populating even when connected to internet
🔄 App not updating forecasts from certain centers (NWAC)
📱 Poor support for newer phone screen sizes and iPad Pro
🗺️ Removed features from previous versions (weather stations, report pins)
🎯 Difficult navigation to specific regions after updates
⚠️ Dangerous for novices due to display bugs showing incorrect ratings
🔧 Outdated app not supporting newer iOS versions

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Mountain-Forecast.com

Free 6-day forecastsWeather at multiple elevationsHour-by-hour weather detail

Provides detailed weather forecasts for over 11,000 mountain summits globally. Offers hourly and long-range predictions, multi-elevation weather data, and offline map access for planning outdoor adventures.

(707)

Weather Forecast + Snow Report

OpenSnow

15-Day Snow ForecastLocal Expert Snow Reports3D & Offline Weather Maps

Get the most accurate snow forecasts, detailed snow reports, and severe weather maps. Access 15-day forecasts, local expert insights, and offline 3D maps for snow depth, avalanche risk, and more. Track storms with advanced radar and AI-powered weather systems.

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by FRIENDS OF COLORADO AVALANCHE INFORMATION CENTER

CAIC

Up-to-date avalanche forecastsForecast summary and discussionCurrent avalanche problems

Access up-to-date avalanche forecasts for Colorado's mountains. View summaries, discussions, current problems, and mountain weather. Submit observations directly to the center from your device.

Snow-Forecast: Weather Maps

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Live Ski Conditions & Reports

Detailed ski resort weatherWebcams with archive imagesSnow Finder for best resorts

Access reliable mountain weather and snow reports for over 3,200 ski resorts worldwide. Track conditions, find the best snow, and plan your trips with detailed forecasts, webcams, and maps. Receive alerts and discover hidden gems for your next adventure.

(949)

Utah Avalanche Center (UAC)

"Keeping You on Top"

Daily avalanche forecasts for 7 Utah regionsField observations and avalanche reportsRoad cameras and travel restriction updates

This free app provides essential avalanche, weather, and road information for backcountry planning in Utah. It offers daily forecasts, field observations, road cameras, and critical mountain weather data to aid safe decision-making. Features include an inclinometer and the ability to share slope photos with embedded location data.

Paku - Air Quality & AQI Map

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PurpleAir & Wildfire Smoke

Real-time AQI, temperature, and humidity monitoringPurpleAir sensor supportOptional AirNow station integration

Monitor real-time air quality and receive instant alerts for AQI, temperature, and humidity. Track data from PurpleAir sensors and optionally AirNow stations. Customize widgets for home screen, lock screen, and Apple Watch for convenient access.

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iKitesurf: Weather & Waves

Windy Conditions & Forecasts

Proprietary Tempest Weather SystemsReal-time local weather dataAI-enhanced Nearcast forecasting

Get hyper-local wind and weather forecasts for kitesurfing, kiteboarding, and kite foiling. Access real-time data from proprietary weather stations and government sources, with customizable alerts and detailed forecast maps.

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