WeatherWatch

WeatherWatch

by WeatherWatch.co.nz

0 ratings
50 reviews
Free
In-App PurchasesWith Ads

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Details

Released
July 12, 2013
Updated
September 16, 2026

Features

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This app provides highly localized weather forecasts for New Zealand, featuring more data and maps than other providers. It offers customizable alerts for specific weather conditions, helping users plan outdoor activities and businesses. Real-time rain radar and lightning alerts are planned for future updates.

✓Extensive local weather data for NZ
✓More maps than other NZ providers
✓Customizable weather alerts
✓AI-powered forecast accuracy
✓MetService warnings and watches pushed
✓Real-time rain radar (future)
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What users say about WeatherWatch

What's New in WeatherWatch

4.1.23

September 16, 2026

- New Lightning Plus tier added - Lightning Plus is ad-free with 5 saved locations - Free official lightning map - Paid lightning push notifications - Fog/low cloud alerts added to Pro - Pro alerts extended from 4 days out to 8 days out - Various fixes and enhancements

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

WeatherWatch Pro

Monthly subscription

$3.991 Month
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User reviews

Terrible app

Forecasting is one of the worst I’ve experienced. As you can see from previous responses to reviews the developer is condescending and tries to shift blame for their ineptitude.

Terrible for accuracy

Along with the IBM weather app, this sadly is the worst I have found for accuracy when informing of rainfall or potential rainfall ahead. Says 6mm in Katikati/Tahawai so far today, reality 38mm. Few days ago it said total predicted would be 80 total over 2 days, got 200plus. Even when looking at my own areas recordings (always wrong) they show as 0 today recorded, but been raining nearly all day so far. It’s so far off my own weather station rain gauge. I have found its so useless its better to look out the window. Wish I could inform the app of recorded rain amounts for my area as the 3 they show are so far off my own, it may help fill in the obvious gap in data.
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Was a great app

This was my go to for all weather forecasting. It was pretty accurate and I loved the hourly forecasts days in advance. Then the new version came out. No more long range hourly forecasts, and no longer accurate for my area. I’ve tried to get use to it, but I find myself now reaching first for the hated and also inaccurate MetService. I’m sorry, but this while it has more data is a backwards step in accuracy and usability. And no, I’m not paying a monthly subscription for anything, I can’t afford that. I’d rather watch ads.
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Jack

Best weather app out there. Most information and the most accurate, can’t recommend enough!

Robbery

Why are people always looking at grabbing money.
The WW app worked well. I always had my location plus 2 other locations. No they want $7 / month so I can have more than one location! Not likely! I’ll use Apple’s free built in app.

User experience

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Reported Bugs

25 issues

Forecasting is inaccurate

Bug

Rainfall predictions are wrong

Bug

New version is less accurate

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New version is over-complicated

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24-hour forecast is missing or hard to find

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Requires login with email and password

Bug

App crashes when finding a location

Bug

Location settings are broken

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Menu button doesn't always work

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Hard to access menu

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Current location does not work

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App is clunky and freezes

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Videos not working (voice heard, no visuals)

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Map changes are a backward step

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Maps don't load

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Rain map is slow and doesn't always load

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Requires 'always' location permission

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Cannot refresh weather data after update

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App sometimes works, sometimes not

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Incorrectly maps location (Kapiti vs Waiarapa)

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Ads are displayed

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Maps have poor colors

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No widget support

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No history of rainfall/temp

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Collects meteor reports

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Requested Features

12 requests

Allow users to inform app of recorded rain amounts

Feature

Add more locations (Blenheim, Kaikoura, Masterton)

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Add widget support

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Add dark mode option

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Allow selection of own weather station (PWS)

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Add history of rainfall and temperature

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Paid version to remove ads

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Fix menu button

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Improve map usability and information display

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Allow more than one favorite location without subscription

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Long range hourly forecasts

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Fix location services

Feature

FAQ

What does this weather app do?

This app provides New Zealand's most detailed local weather forecasts, offering more data and maps than other providers. It uses advanced AI for accuracy and includes customizable alerts to notify you of specific weather conditions, helping you plan effectively.

What are the key features of this weather app?

Key features include extensive local and hourly forecast data, more maps than competitors, AI-driven accuracy improvements, and a unique alerting system that notifies you when user-defined weather criteria are met. It also pushes MetService warnings and watches directly to your phone.

Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with options for in-app purchases. While the core forecasting and alerting features are available, future enhancements like real-time rain radar and lightning alerts may be part of premium offerings.

What kind of alerts can I set up?

You can customize alerts to be notified when specific weather criteria are met, such as temperature thresholds, wind speeds, or rainfall amounts. This is particularly useful for businesses like farms and orchards, or for planning outdoor events, helping you avoid unexpected weather surprises.

Who is this app designed for?

This app is primarily designed for New Zealand residents who need accurate and localized weather information. It's especially beneficial for small businesses, farmers, orchard owners, and anyone who frequently engages in outdoor activities and needs to plan around the weather.