Best apps like Rain Buddy

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated July 2026

Rain Buddy is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Rain Buddy

WxPlan#1

WxPlan by WXPLAN PTY LTD

Aviation planning, simplified
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This aviation planning app provides Australian pilots with essential weather and flight planning tools. It offers free access to official NAIPS weather data, including TAF analysis, NOTAM summaries, and holding fuel calculations. The app features auto-updating METARs, offline caching, and customizable settings for a streamlined flight preparation experience.

Rain Radar Lite - Aus Weather#2

Rain Radar Lite - Aus Weather by James Kent

BoM Rain Radar and Forecast
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.5(349 ratings)
Free
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Access accurate rain radar and weather forecasts for all of Australia, sourced directly from the Bureau of Meteorology. View real-time weather conditions, sunrise/sunset times, and zoomable radar imagery for major cities and regional areas.

Rain Radar Australia#3

Rain Radar Australia by VERVE TECHNOLOGIES PTY. LTD.

Australian Weather Rain Radar
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6(25 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Get up-to-the-minute rain and wind radar data for Australia. View animated radar images full screen, zoom and pan with intuitive gestures, and customize your view with various observation layers and map overlays. Save your favorite radars for quick access.

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Tide Times Australia
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Displays tides for Australia
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This app provides global UV levels and sun safety guidance, powered by leading health and weather organizations. It informs you when sun protection is needed based on UV index forecasts, helping you enjoy the sun safely and minimize skin damage.

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This app provides real-time animated weather radar on an interactive map with future forecasts and detailed weather information. It offers advanced alerts for severe weather, including lightning and precipitation, and allows users to monitor air quality and wildfire activity.

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This app simplifies flight planning, briefing, and filing for pilots. It offers interactive weather layers, detailed charts, and hazard awareness tools for enhanced situational awareness. Logbook features track flight hours and currency.

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WillyWeather
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Accurate local weather
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This app provides highly localized weather forecasts, including detailed information on wind, rain, tides, and UV index. It processes and refines global weather data to offer precise predictions for thousands of specific locations across the US. Users can access interactive radar, satellite views, and real-time observational data.

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Zoom Earth - Weather Forecast
Zoom Earth - Weather Forecast
Zoom Earth - Weather Forecast
Hurricane Tracker, Rain Map
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Access an interactive global weather map with real-time satellite imagery and detailed forecasts for rain, wind, and temperature. Track hurricanes, storms, and wildfires with advanced visualization tools. Stay informed with near real-time updates.

Interactive global weather mapNear real-time satellite imageryHurricane and storm tracking
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