Best Forecast alternatives: apps like Forecast: NWS

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 2026

Forecast 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 Forecast

NWS Weather (Unofficial)#1

NWS Weather (Unofficial) by Benjamin Issa

Unofficial NWS Weather
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Get accurate weather forecasts directly from the U.S. National Weather Service. This app offers current conditions, hourly and 7-day outlooks, official alerts, and an interactive radar map. It prioritizes user privacy with no accounts or tracking.

Forecast Now#2

Forecast Now by Kelly Technology Inc.

Your local weather forecast.
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.4😐(1.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Get detailed local weather forecasts for any US town, including daily and hourly predictions, animated radar, and hazardous weather alerts. Track air quality, UV index, and snowfall with data from official US sources. An optional subscription removes ads and unlocks advanced satellite imagery.

What We Love

  • 👍 Favorite weather app
  • 🚀 Accurate and dependable forecasts
  • 💡 Detailed weather information
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Ads disrupt user experience
  • 🐛 Forecast information not always available
  • 🐛 Slow app performance and crashes
  • 🐛 Difficult to read small text
Gusty: Weather Dashboard#3

Gusty: Weather Dashboard by Reactle Ltd

Activity Forecasts & Radar
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.5(10 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Create a personalized weather dashboard with customizable widgets and multiple forecast providers. Explore interactive weather maps and access hyper-local data from personal weather stations. Stay prepared with hourly rain forecasts and enjoy a beautiful, easy-to-use interface with 40 color themes.

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Access NOAA/NWS weather forecasts offline on your iDevice. Download weather data for multiple locations when connected and view it later without internet access. Supports custom location forecasts and larger text for accessibility.

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View animated NOAA weather radar and NWS alerts for your current location. This app provides a fast, user-friendly interface to see approaching weather patterns and receive severe weather notifications.

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Receive real-time National Weather Service alerts directly from your chosen Weather Forecast Offices. Stay informed about severe weather, watches, warnings, and critical emergency updates. Features include live feeds, 10-day forecasts, interactive radar, and push notifications.

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This app provides accurate and reliable weather forecasts by combining data from multiple leading providers and using advanced machine learning. It offers detailed daily and hourly predictions, real-time updates, and customizable views for any location or plan.

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Digital Sky: Weather, Radar
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This app provides detailed weather forecasts and radar information using high-quality data from multiple sources. It offers unique features like location-specific forecasts for ski resorts and sports teams, and visual representations of precipitation melt. Premium features enhance location tracking and map customization.

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Access detailed weather data with 14 vector map layers, including past and future radar frames, severe weather outlooks, and precipitation forecasts. View global weather radar and satellite imagery, with NWS alerts available.

14 vector weather map layersPast and future radar framesSevere weather outlooks
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