# The Runcast — Weather Forecast for Runners

> Weather forecast app providing running-specific insights and recommendations. (iPhone/iPad app by Nick Fedoroff.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-runcast/id1560271331 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nick Fedoroff](https://appshunter.io/developer/1002647338)
- Category: Weather, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English, Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2021-08-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-runcast/id1560271331/reviews.md

## What is The Runcast?

Runcast is an essential part of your pre-run routine. Check the Runcast before your run to decide how long to run, what to wear, and even when to wait a bit or do your workout inside. When you know the Runcast, you'll be prepared no matter what it's like outside. 

Nothing is going to stop you from running today, but you don't need bad weather to make your workout any harder. Is it worth getting dressed just to get drenched?

Using dependable weather data, Runcast helps you decide whether to run now, run later, or just run anyway.

*** Features ***
• Quick running weather analysis: Run Now, Run Later, or Run Anyway
• 24-hour hourly forecast
• Actual and "feels like" temperature
• Share the great running conditions with your team

GO PRO

Get even more with the Runcast Pro upgrade!

• Unlimited saved locations
• Additional weather data for the current conditions
• Weather details for each hour and day in the forecast
• Minute-by-minute precip forecast

Terms of Use
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Running weather analysis (Run Now, Later, Anyway)
- 24-hour hourly forecast
- Actual and 'feels like' temperature
- Share running conditions
- Unlimited saved locations (Pro)
- Minute-by-minute precipitation forecast (Pro)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Pro Monthly | $0.89 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-runcast/id1560271331/reviews.md

### 2/5 — A bit to be desired

*2022-06-06*

This app fills a niche that has been left unfilled in weather apps, and I'm a huge fan of the concept. However, there are two main issues with this app:

1) A paid app with a premium upgrade. Given that I'm already paying for the app, it is a bit disingenuous to push a $3.99 upgrade in-app. It should be either free with an upgrade option or somewhere in the middle (e.g. $1.99) for everything— initial download included.

2) A huge thing that is missing is humidity being factored in as a "running condition". I live in a humid city, and it is essentially impossible to run when humidity is higher than 70% (and very difficult above 60%). Skin precipitation makes it impossible to vent in these conditions, and I would argue humidity is more important than temperature as it needs to exceed ~95° for temp to be an issue. However, the app doesn't factor in humidity— and could very well tell me to "run now" in 80% humidity.

As a suggestion: The app could also use a tool that tells you what to wear based on preferences. 

As a basic app, it's okay, but not worth any money without additional functionality.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! Your point about humidity is well taken. I’ll consider that for a future update. 

As for clothing suggestions, I find that while clothing choice correlates generally to weather, personal preferences vary pretty widely, so most suggestions would be pretty obvious (it’s cold, wear a hat!) or not specific enough (it’s cold enough for a headband, but not a hat, but I don’t own a headband)—and can fall flat. 

Pricing is tricky! I want to provide an app that’s useful out of the box, but still covers my basic costs if folks don’t feel like upgrading. I appreciate your specific thoughts on it. 

Let us know if you have any more feature request or run into issues. 

Best,
Nick

## Frequently asked questions about The Runcast

### What is The Runcast?

The Runcast is a weather forecast app designed specifically for runners. It offers insights to help you decide when to run, what to wear, and how to adjust your workout based on weather conditions.

### Does The Runcast have ads?

No, The Runcast does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features.

### What are the subscription options for The Runcast Pro?

The Runcast Pro offers two subscription plans: Pro Monthly at $0.89 per month and Pro Yearly at $8.99 per year. Both plans include a 7-day free trial.

### What additional features does The Runcast Pro offer?

The Runcast Pro provides unlimited saved locations, additional current weather data, detailed hourly and daily forecast information, and a minute-by-minute precipitation forecast.

### What devices is The Runcast available on?

The Runcast is currently supported on iPhone devices.

### How often is The Runcast updated?

The Runcast was last updated on February 2, 2026, with version 4.2.0. The app was initially released on August 17, 2021.

### What is the age rating for The Runcast?

The Runcast has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### What do users think of The Runcast?

Based on the available data, The Runcast has a rating of 3.5 stars from 2 ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its user base.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.3.0 — 2026-08-14

Automatic settings! The Runcast can scan your workout history, analyze the weather you’re most likely to run in, and recommend settings based on what it finds.

Humidity! Now you can use the humidity to evaluate your running weather. 

UV Index can now be omitted from your Runcast calculation.

Filter the hourly forecast by good times to run only.

Weekly forecast chart. The week’s upcoming weather is now represented as a graph, giving you a better idea of what part of the week will be better for running.

Better Liquid Glass style integration!

### 4.2.0 — 2026-02-02

It’s been a while! New for iOS 26 and 2026, we have a new look calling back to the original Runcast, updated for Liquid Glass. Now you can choose to have a lovely background image matching your current weather and time of day. 

There are some bug fixes in there too. Enjoy!

### 4.1.0 — 2024-10-25

New setting! Pro users can now specify a precipitation intensity, as well as a precipitation chance. For example, if you're ok with any chance of light rain, but you prefer to stay home if the chance of moderate rain is too high, you can set your rain settings to 25% chance of moderate rain. Let us know how this precip setting works for you!

The minute-by-minute rain chart now shows the intensity of rain for each minute by how bold the line is for that minute.

This version also includes bug fixes and some iOS 18 compatibility fixes.

### 4.0.1 — 2024-07-09

This version includes some bug fixes and the groundwork for some new running preferences features, coming soon!

### 4.0 — 2024-04-05

The Runcast 4.0 is all new! It was time for a refresh, like a spring rain washing over the app and making everything better.

Notable features:

• Up-to-the-minute precip forecast (Pro only)
• Hourly condition chart that lets you see the next 24 hours of running weather in the context of your settings (Pro only). Non-pro users get to see the overall runnability score.
• Fresh new colors
• UV Index settings so you don't get burned (sorry) (Pro only)
• Saved locations list shows the current temp and conditions for each location

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## More apps by Nick Fedoroff

- [Your Turn!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/your-turn/id1330417572)
- [Treadwear](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treadwear/id1535737695)

All apps by Nick Fedoroff: https://appshunter.io/developer/1002647338

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