# UAV Forecast — Weather for drones

> Drone flight weather forecast, GPS, solar activity, and restrictions. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew LLOYD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uav-forecast/id1050023752 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew LLOYD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1050023751)
- Category: Weather, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 3,394 App Store ratings · 748 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 71 MB
- Languages: Korean, Greek, Dutch, Danish, German (Germany), Latvian, Russian, Romanian, Lithuanian, Malay and 29 more
- Released: 2015-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uav-forecast/id1050023752/reviews.md

## What is UAV Forecast?

When will it be good to fly your quadcopter? See the weather forecast, GPS satellites, solar activity (Kp), No-Fly Zones and flight restrictions, all in one convenient tool. Perfect for DJI Neo, Mini, Mavic, Air, Inspire, FPV, and Hover, Autel and Skydio drones, and many other Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Systems.

UAV Forecast is the original, best, and classic tool for drone pilots. Suitable for both beginners and advanced pilots, recreational and commercial, features include:

• Hyperlocal weather data, including detailed wind and gust speeds at ground level and at any altitude.
• GPS satellite data including Galileo and GLONASS, solar weather (Kp) index, and more.
• Hourly forecasts up to 15 days.
• Automatic color-coded analysis of the conditions: green for Good To Fly, red for Not Good To Fly.
• Fully configurable thresholds.
• Light and Dark themes, with automatic switching at sunrise and sunset.
• Location search and Favorite Locations.
• Full tablet support.

Our users include paraglider and paramotor pilots too.

Become a subscriber for 24-hour, 7-day, or 15-day hourly forecast and many other features. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the same price you originally paid. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.

Terms: https://www.uavforecast.com/terms

## Key features

- Hyperlocal wind and gust speeds
- GPS satellite data (Galileo, GLONASS)
- Solar weather (Kp) index
- No-Fly Zone and flight restrictions
- Hourly forecasts up to 15 days
- Color-coded flight condition analysis
- Configurable thresholds

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hobbyist Subscription - Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Hobbyist - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Professional - Monthly | $9.49 | per month |
| Hobbyist Subscription - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Professional - Weekly | $4.69 | per 7 days |
| Elite Subscription - Weekly | $8.69 | per 7 days |
| Value Subscription - Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Value Subscription - Monthly | $1.39 | per month |
| Professional - Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Elite Subscription - Monthly | $17.49 | per month |
| Plus Subscription - Annual | $12.99 | per year |
| Plus Subscription - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Elite Subscription - Annual | $99.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hobby Subscription - One Year | $23.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #132 in Top Free · Weather (US App Store)
- #37 in Top Grossing · Weather (US App Store)

## What do users think of UAV Forecast?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great planning tool
- 👍 Useful and well-designed
- 🚀 Excellent app for UAV pilots
- 👍 Fantastic tool
- 🚀 Awesome app for ALL drone pilots!

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inaccurate weather data
- 🐛 Not accurate at all
- 🐛 Fake weather data shown
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Not worth the price
- 🔒 No free version anymore
- 🔒 Paywall for basic features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on iPad Pro
- Location not detected
- Freezes when entering location

**Most requested features**

- Metric option for altitude
- More than 5 favorite locations
- Ability to store drone profiles
- Alerts for weather changes
- Map with wind direction overlay

## Recent user reviews (10 of 748)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uav-forecast/id1050023752/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Accurate

*2026-08-05, version 2.13.3*

Accurate and informative

### 5/5 — Una excelente aplicación

*2026-08-04, version 2.13.3*

la uso para volar el dron y siempre ha sido muy fiable, es lo primero que miro antes de volar.

### 1/5 — Not free

*2026-08-04, version 2.13.3*

Everything weather related  behind a paywall came here from a recommended video to find this out after downloading best just use iPhone weather app

### 5/5 — Safe Flying

*2026-08-03, version 2.13.3*

I always check this app before I fly my drone.

### 1/5 — Para tuzağı

*2026-08-03, version 2.13.3*

Deneme kullanımı yapacaksınız. Tarih ayarı yok değiştiremiyorsunuz. Para ödemezseniz hiçbir işe yaramıyor.

### 5/5 — Indispensável

*2026-08-01*

O app é indispensável no auxílio ao planejamento de voos

### 5/5 — Decisive tool.

*2026-07-26, version 2.13.2*

Thank you UVA Forecast. As a photographer and drone pilot, I use this app every time I go to work on roof inspections or when I work on festivals. Your app is the deciding tool of an operation is a go/no go. Thanks!

### 5/5 — 值得訂閱

*2026-07-17, version 2.12.1*

資料詳細精確，介面簡單直覺，用的很開心。

### 1/5 — Мошенники

*2026-07-16, version 2.12.1*

Мало того что оплату просят 5$ в неделю за чесно говоря левые прогнозы так еще и сумма с карты снимается  постоянно больше чем написано . Брать данные с чужих вышек и продавать за такие деньги  откровенно говоры вы по путали друзья

### 4/5 — 50/50

*2026-07-13, version 2.12.1*

Користуюсь другий рік. Вітер показує дуже добре. А от з опадами біда. Відсотків 20 тільки зходиться з реальними опадами

## Frequently asked questions about UAV Forecast

### What does UAV Forecast do?

UAV Forecast provides a comprehensive tool for drone pilots to assess flight conditions. It offers hyperlocal weather forecasts, GPS satellite data, solar activity (Kp index), and information on no-fly zones and flight restrictions. The app provides a color-coded analysis indicating if conditions are 'Good To Fly' or 'Not Good To Fly'.

### What are the key features of UAV Forecast?

Key features include hyperlocal wind and gust speeds at various altitudes, GPS satellite data including Galileo and GLONASS, solar weather (Kp) index, hourly forecasts up to 15 days, and automatic color-coded flight condition analysis. Users can also configure thresholds, utilize light and dark themes, and manage favorite locations.

### How much does UAV Forecast cost?

The app offers a free version with core features. A subscription is available for extended forecast periods (24-hour, 7-day, or 15-day hourly forecasts) and additional features. Payment is handled through iTunes Account, and subscriptions automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### What devices is UAV Forecast compatible with?

The app is designed for drone pilots and is suitable for various drone models including DJI Neo, Mini, Mavic, Air, Inspire, FPV, and Hover, as well as Autel and Skydio drones. It also offers full tablet support and is used by paraglider and paramotor pilots.

### When is the best time to fly my drone using this app?

The app helps you determine the best time to fly by providing a color-coded analysis of the conditions. Green indicates 'Good To Fly,' while red signifies 'Not Good To Fly.' You can also customize the thresholds for wind, solar activity, and other factors to match your specific flying needs and drone capabilities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.13.6 — 2026-08-20

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 2.13.5 — 2026-08-12

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 2.13.4 — 2026-08-07

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 2.13.3 — 2026-07-30

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 2.13.2 — 2026-07-24

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

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