# WeatherRadar Basic

> Global weather forecasts and current conditions with animated visuals. (iPhone/iPad app by Sparkling Design and Infotech Private Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherradar-basic/id1187807450 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sparkling Design and Infotech Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1711169094)
- Category: Weather, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-12-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherradar-basic/id1187807450/reviews.md

## What is WeatherRadar Basic?

WeatherRadar presents the current weather and predictions in an amazing way.

Some of the features of WeatherRadar:

- Current temperature and conditions for every location in the world
- Background image for each location will give an impression of the local weather and time
- Visibility, pressure, humidity, rain, dew point
- Wind speed is shown using an animated windmill. This gives a clear impression fast. Try comparing the windspeed between locations with quick swipe
- The wind bearing is shown with an arrow based on the compass of your iPhone. So it shows exactly where the wind is coming from. Move your iPhone and the wind bearing will correct itself. Of course the actual bearing is also given in compass notation
- A description of the current and expected weather conditions, including how the temperature feels in practice, in clear English
- Sunrise and sunset are shown as animation, showing the progress of the sun across the sky for the day so far. The actual times are shown as well
- The current moon phase is described and shown as an image
- A Prediction of the weather for the week is shown in a clear table, with illustrations for the type of weather to be expected in addition to the maximum and minimum temperatures
- A rain radar map is shown for the selected location. This rain radar map works for any location worldwide, not just the US

Additional features:

- Add any location worldwide and have the weather available to you at any time. You can add and remove locations as you like
- Use the settings to set your preferred unit for wind speed, pressure, time, temperature and visibility
- Set the map type you prefer
- All settings and locations will remain stored with WeatherRadar

WeatherRadar is fast, precise, and looks great. Use it to monitor the weather at any time, for any location in the world. Accurate, premium weather forecast data from Dark Sky.

Please contact us at support@sparklingapps.com for any suggestions. Enjoy the app!

## Key features

- Global current weather and predictions
- Animated background visuals
- Detailed conditions (visibility, pressure, humidity)
- Animated wind speed and bearing
- Sunrise/sunset animations
- Weekly forecast table
- Worldwide rain radar map

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/weatherradar-basic/id1187807450/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App won’t open

*2023-01-20*

I downloaded this but couldn’t get it to stay open

### 5/5 — Weather Radar

*2017-03-08*

Well, it is interesting and helpful app for knowing the current weather and predictions of any state. Like it

### 4/5 — Cool

*2017-03-06*

Extremely helpful! Thank you very much! Well organized and easy to use.

## Frequently asked questions about WeatherRadar Basic

### What weather information does WeatherRadar Basic provide?

WeatherRadar Basic offers current temperature, conditions, visibility, pressure, humidity, and precipitation for any location. It also includes wind speed and bearing, sunrise/sunset times, moon phase, and a weekly forecast table.

### Does WeatherRadar Basic have a rain radar?

Yes, WeatherRadar Basic features a rain radar map that works for any location worldwide, not just the US, allowing users to track precipitation.

### Can I customize units in WeatherRadar Basic?

Yes, you can set your preferred units for wind speed, pressure, time, temperature, and visibility within the app's settings.

### How often is WeatherRadar Basic updated?

The app was last updated on August 9, 2017, with version 1.2. Users can expect the app to provide reliable weather data based on its last release.

### What devices is WeatherRadar Basic compatible with?

WeatherRadar Basic is available for iPhone and iPod devices, supporting users on Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for WeatherRadar Basic?

WeatherRadar Basic has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children.

### Does WeatherRadar Basic have ads?

No, WeatherRadar Basic does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted weather monitoring experience.

### What do users think of WeatherRadar Basic?

Based on available data, WeatherRadar Basic has a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings. This suggests a mixed user reception.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-08-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Minor issue fixes.
- Performance improvements.

### 1.1 — 2017-01-09

- Refresh function fixed
- Several performance improvements

### 1.0 — 2016-12-23

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-14.*