NOAA Weather Radar

NOAA Weather Radar

NOAA Weather, Radar and Alerts

526 ratings
85 reviews
#43 in paid Weather
🔧 Utilities
☀️ Weather
$4.99
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 25, 2012
  • August 8, 2026

Features

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Receive real-time weather alerts pushed directly to your device from the NWS. Browse live radar maps with smooth scrolling and get current conditions and detailed forecasts based on your location or any radar station. The app offers customizable alerts for severe weather events.

Push weather alerts from NWS
Live radar map browsing
Current conditions and 4-day forecast
GPS-based location data
Zoomable animated radar
Severe weather watches and warnings
Customizable alert setup
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What users say

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What's New in NOAA Weather Radar

9.2

August 8, 2026

New: Synthesized Weather Stations Now you can hear a spoken weather forecast for way more places, even areas without a traditional NOAA radio station nearby. Just tap a station on the map to start listening, and it'll keep playing on a loop. Better Radar Radar now remembers where you left off, jumps straight to "now" with one tap, and animates more smoothly. Storm reports and map colors now line up correctly too. Smoother Map The map screen feels snappier and remembers how you left it (open panels, layers, etc.) the next time you open the app. We also cleaned up crowding around the map controls. Fewer Purchase Headaches Fixed several annoying bugs with restoring past purchases — no more stuck buttons or confusing pop-ups. Also added a new Premium bundle option. More Reliable Alerts Notifications now work correctly for everyone, and you won't get spammed with repeat pop-ups during a network outage. Under the Hood Lots of small stability fixes and polish throughout the app.

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Detailed Weather Alerts

Detailed weather alerts for active location.

Charts

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📉 43-1

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This app dropped -1 position in Weather chart.

Last updated on August 13, 2026.

User reviews

Review

A lot better before the update. Just want more money from you!!’

HATE the new look

I used to love this app but now I hate it. I used to be able to pick a state and go to a radar site of my choosing. Now it’s some ugly radar on a satellite map and I can’t even figure out how to put the radar in motion. PLEASE change it back. If I could give it no stars I would. Here is my previous review just so you know I’m not a malcontent: I'm a meteorologist and think this is a fantastic app! I use it daily, usually as soon as I get up in the morning. It's a great app that can be used to "nowcast" or get a sense of what's happening out there right now. Ultimately this helps me begin putting together my forecast for the day. If you're a casual fan of mother nature or even someone who makes a living at it this is a great addition & well worth the money.
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NOAA WEATHER

Used to help follow moving thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes or many others. Great asset for mom and pop!

Great weather app.

I would recommend weather app to anyone .

Broken links

Some link don’t work and need a refresh. Need to add the aviation weather center.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Radar and weather data not loading

Bug

Alerts not working as expected

Bug

Compatibility issues with newer devices

Bug

Frequent crashes and app instability

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add more local radar coverage

Feature

Improve alert customization options

Feature

Enhance radar image quality and functionality

Feature

Provide more detailed weather information

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FAQ

What does the NOAA Weather Radar app do?

This app provides real-time weather alerts pushed directly to your device from the NWS. It allows you to browse live, animated radar maps with smooth scrolling and retrieve current weather conditions along with detailed 4-day forecasts for any location or your current GPS-determined position.

What are the key features of this weather app?

Key features include instant push notifications for weather alerts, access to all NOAA radars, GPS-based weather data, choice between Celsius or Fahrenheit, access to all 172 forecast offices, marine forecasts, zoomable and animated radar, and customizable alert setups for one or multiple locations.

Is this app free to use?

The app offers free weather alert push notifications and core weather data. However, it is a universal app that you buy once to use on all your devices, indicating a paid model with potential for in-app purchases for additional features or content.

What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is described as a 'Universal App,' meaning it can be purchased once and used on all your devices. It also features 'Beautiful Retina Display Graphics,' suggesting compatibility with Apple devices that support high-resolution displays.

How does the app handle severe weather alerts?

The app pushes alerts for potentially life-threatening weather via audible notifications 24/7, even when the device is asleep. It covers statewide watches, warnings, advisories, and SPC severe watches and warnings, with simple tap-to-add alert setup and options for quiet time scheduling.