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Clear Outside

Clear Outside

by First Light Optics

121 ratings
137 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 5, 2014
  • November 5, 2014

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Get detailed, hourly weather forecasts specifically designed for astronomers. Track cloud cover, moon phases, sun times, and even ISS pass-overs for optimal stargazing. It also provides standard weather data without unnecessary graphics.

✓Seven-day hourly forecasts
✓Detailed cloud cover data
✓Moon and sun rise/set times
✓Astronomical darkness times
✓ISS pass-over information
✓Current and saved location forecasts
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Clear Outside. Based on 121 reviews and a 3.2/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Weather app.

Positive things

  • 🌟Accurate weather forecasting
  • 📊Detailed astronomy-focused data
  • 🔍Helpful for astrophotography planning
  • 💰Free and useful app

Negative things

  • 🐛Bugs with location search and editing
  • 🔍Limited location database, especially for remote areas
  • 🔧Outdated UI, needs modernization
  • 🌡️Lack of temperature unit options (Celsius only)
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What's New in Clear Outside

1.0

November 5, 2014

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

User reviews

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Age Issues

Great app and plenty of useful information but Jesus please just update it!
StoneColdBushStoneColdBush

Critical Flaw

The fact that you can’t manually enter or edit a negative longitude makes this app an excellent example of worthless design. And this hasn’t been corrected in over four years? Ridiculous.
vanmatrevanmatre

Do these folks even use their app?

Just try entering a custom latitude/longitude, I dare you. The keyboard has no negative sign and the longitude is uneditable. I do my astrophotography in remote areas away from the towns and cities in their database (and the reason is Mr Bortle), yet this app is useless for any area outside their databases of high Bortle locations. Test your darn software!
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lownslowav8rlownslowav8r

Devon!!!!!

You what if I want Devon on my home page I would move there. I want to be able to put my own home location. For that mistake Im deleting the app!!! Devon!!!!!
willymac4.0willymac4.0

Inaccurate 👎🏼👎🏼👎🏼

100% of the time it is inaccurate. Says it will be clear and always cloudy.
p. picassop. picasso
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Clear Outside
Clear Outside

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to enter negative longitude values

Bug

Location search returning incorrect or duplicate results

Bug

App crashes when trying to add new locations

Bug

Home location always defaults to Devon, UK

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add option to set default home location

Feature

Enable editing of negative longitude coordinates

Feature

Provide Fahrenheit temperature option

Feature

Improve location search functionality

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FAQ

What does Clear Outside do?

Clear Outside provides detailed, hourly weather forecasts specifically tailored for astronomers. It focuses on crucial elements like cloud cover, moon phases, sun times, and astronomical darkness, along with ISS pass-over information.

What are the key features of Clear Outside?

Key features include seven-day hourly forecasts updated hourly, detailed low, medium, high, and total cloud cover data, moon and sun rise/set times, astronomical darkness calculations, and ISS pass-over information for your location.

Is Clear Outside free to use?

Yes, Clear Outside is a free application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing users to access all its features without cost.

Who is Clear Outside for?

This app is designed for astronomers, astrophotographers, and anyone who needs precise weather information for celestial observation. It's ideal for planning stargazing sessions and maximizing viewing opportunities.

How does Clear Outside help with stargazing?

It helps by providing highly accurate, hourly forecasts of cloud cover, which is essential for clear skies. Additionally, it offers precise timings for moon and sun events, astronomical darkness, and even visible ISS passes, allowing users to plan their observation windows effectively.