Best apps like Starcast - Stargazing forecast

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated September 2026

Whether you want more options like Starcast or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Starcast

Starglow: Stargazing Forecast#1

Starglow: Stargazing Forecast by Andrew Yates

Night Sky & Astronomy Weather
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
3.9(13 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides detailed astronomy weather forecasts, including cloud coverage, visibility, and optimal viewing times for celestial events. It helps users plan their stargazing, planet watching, and satellite spotting sessions.

Super Moon: Moon Phases#2

Super Moon: Moon Phases by Fuzhou Knock Dream Technology Co., Ltd.

3D Moon & Lunar Phase Calendar
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore the Moon's phases with stunning 3D visuals and precise astronomical data. Track eclipses, moonrise/moonset, and celestial events with interactive timelines and alerts. Ideal for enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone seeking a peaceful connection with the night sky.

Xasteria Plus - Astro Weather#3

Xasteria Plus - Astro Weather by Dimitrios Kechagias

Forecasts for stargazers
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.9(35 ratings)
$1.99
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This app provides detailed weather forecasts and tools specifically for stargazers. It integrates multiple weather sources and offers specialized features like night-vision mode and lunar calendars. Access real-time astronomical data and satellite imagery to plan your celestial observations.

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Xasteria: Astronomy Weather
Xasteria: Astronomy Weather
Xasteria: Astronomy Weather
Astro Forecast - 7Timer
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Access detailed astronomical weather forecasts worldwide, including cloud cover, seeing, and transparency. Integrates with popular weather resources and shows satellite and ISS passes for your location. Offers multiple visualization modes for data.

Worldwide astro weather forecastClear Sky Charts integrationISS and satellite pass tracking
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Good To Stargaze
Good To Stargaze
Good To Stargaze
by Matthew LLOYD
Free

This app provides a comprehensive tool to determine the best times for stargazing. It offers detailed forecasts for weather, seeing conditions, transparency, and light pollution. Ideal for both amateur and professional astronomers using any viewing equipment.

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Astrospheric
Astrospheric
Astrospheric
Astronomy Weather Forecast
Free

This app offers advanced weather forecasting and astronomical data for stargazers and astrophotographers. It provides detailed hourly forecasts, cloud and sky transparency reports, and alerts for celestial events. It also includes tools for astronomical societies and offline site setup.

84-hour hourly weather forecastEnsemble cloud forecastKp index for Aurora
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(453)
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7
Custom Weather App: Sonuby
Custom Weather App: Sonuby
Custom Weather App: Sonuby
Widgets, Forecasts & Reports
Free

This app offers highly customizable weather forecasts and reports tailored to specific activities like drone flying, sailing, skiing, and photography. It provides detailed data, including specialized conditions and air quality, with interactive maps and home screen widgets for quick access.

Activity-specific weather reportsCustomizable home screen widgetsDrone & UAV flying forecasts
☀️ Weather
(83)
free with in-app purchases
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Tide-Forecast.com
Tide-Forecast.com
Tide-Forecast.com
Tide Forecasts/Times Anywhere
Free

Get accurate 30-day tide predictions, moon phases, and sunrise/sunset times for any location worldwide. Includes local weather conditions, wave heights, and swell periods to help plan your outdoor activities.

30-day tide graphs and tablesMoon phasesSunrise and sunset times
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Astroweather - astronomy tools
Astroweather - astronomy tools
Astroweather - astronomy tools
Toolkit for stargazing
Free

This app provides specialized weather forecasts for astronomical observation. It includes astronomical event predictions, light pollution maps, and satellite imagery. Users can also track rise and set times for celestial bodies.

Astronomical weather forecastsSunset/sunrise and moonrise/moonset displayAstronomical event forecast
☀️ Weather
(9)
free with in-app purchases
10
WX Aviation Weather
WX Aviation Weather
WX Aviation Weather
METAR, TAF, NOTAM for Pilots
Free

Access real-time aviation weather data, including METAR, TAF, and NOTAMs, for over 50,000 airports globally. This app offers decoded reports, PDF briefings, satellite maps, and powerful tools like twilight and flight time calculators, designed to help pilots plan safer flights.

Real-time METAR, TAF, NOTAM reportsAirport database with runway infoPDF weather briefings
☀️ Weather
(532)
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