# Weather TXT — Forecasts via satellite

> Forecasts via satellite (iPhone/iPad app by James McArthur.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weather-txt/id6738157069 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [James McArthur](https://appshunter.io/developer/1779625302)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.4 · 25 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-12-19
- Data updated: 2026-05-19

## What is Weather TXT?

Weather TXT delivers critical weather updates to your phone when you’re beyond cell service. Built for adventurers who brave the wilderness—hikers, climbers, skiers, and explorers—this app ensures you’re never caught off guard by changing conditions.  

Key Features: 
- Off-Grid Reliability: No cell signal? No problem. Request forecasts via satellite messaging from remote mountains, forests, or glaciers.  
- No Subscription Needed: Pay only for the forecasts you use—ideal for occasional adventurers or seasonal trips.
- Detailed forecasts: Plan confidently with detailed predictions for temperature, wind, precipitation, and sky conditions. Choose from 3 day forecasts with hourly resolution, or 10 day forecasts with 6 hourly resolution.
- Trusted Accuracy: Powered by yr.no, ranked among the world’s most reliable meteorological services.  

Weather TXT is compatible with any satellite messaging provider, including:
- iPhone satellite messaging (United States, Canada)
- T-Mobile (United States)
- Rogers (Canada)
- One (New Zealand)
- Optus (Australia)

How It Works:
1. Purchase forecast credits in-app.  
2. Use the app to send a satellite message with your coordinates.  
3. Receive a precise weather breakdown in seconds.  

Download now and explore the wild with confidence. Your safety starts with a forecast.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Forecast Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Forecast Credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| 10 Forecast Credits | $6.99 | one-time |


## Is Weather TXT safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Weather TXT.

## Is Weather TXT legit?

Weather TXT is no longer available in the App Store. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Weather TXT is 30 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2025-02-21

10 day forecasts

### 1.1 — 2025-02-14

Updated description, improved analytics

### 1.0 — 2024-12-19

No release notes.

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