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Best 5News Weather Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our 5news weather list covers 247+ iPhone apps updated through September 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top 5News Weather Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
15NEWS Northwest Arkansas5NEWS Northwest ArkansasFree4.8★ (19K)YesNoSep 2026
2WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.8M)NoNoSep 2026
3StormTrack 5StormTrack 5Free4.8★ (20K)NoNoSep 2026
440/29 News - Fort Smith40/29 News - Fort SmithFree4.5★ (3.5K)YesNoSep 2026
5WMC5 First Alert WeatherWMC5 First Alert WeatherFree4.7★ (16K)YesNoSep 2026
6The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesSep 2026
7KOCO 5 News - Oklahoma CityKOCO 5 News - Oklahoma CityFree4.6★ (7.9K)YesNoSep 2026
8WCSC Live 5 WeatherWCSC Live 5 WeatherFree4.8★ (10K)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for 5News Weather

5NEWS Northwest Arkansas#1

5NEWS Northwest Arkansas by Tegna Inc.

Breaking news, weather & video
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.8😊(19K ratings)
FreeAds
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Get real-time local news, interactive weather forecasts, and live video updates for Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. Receive breaking news alerts, explore investigative stories, and personalize your feed with topics that matter to you. Stream content directly to your TV.

What We Love

  • 💯 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 📺 Reliable news coverage
  • 👍 Helpful weather alerts
  • 🙌 Loyal viewer base
  • 🌟 Favorite local news channel

Room to Improve

  • 🤖 Intrusive ads and notifications
  • 🕰️ Outdated or delayed news coverage
  • 🤔 Perceived political bias
  • 🤯 Frustrating app experience
Weather#2

Weather by Apple

Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(1.8M ratings)
Free
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Get detailed weather forecasts, including hourly and 10-day outlooks for temperature, precipitation, and wind. Explore weather patterns with interactive maps and receive timely alerts for severe conditions. Track air quality, sun and moon cycles, and historical trends to plan ahead.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Beautiful and modern design
  • 📊 Detailed weather information
  • 🌍 Global weather coverage
  • 🔍 Helpful weather alerts

Room to Improve

  • ❌ Inaccurate weather forecasts
  • ⏱️ Slow to update weather data
  • 🌧️ Inconsistent rain/snow predictions
  • 🤔 Confusing user interface
StormTrack 5#3

StormTrack 5 by Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc

Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(20K ratings)
Free
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Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and detailed forecasts for your favorite locations or current position.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 👍 Helpful weather alerts and notifications
  • 🌟 Reliable and trustworthy weather information
  • 📍 Detailed location-specific weather data
  • ⏱️ Timely weather updates

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent or inaccurate weather predictions
  • 🗺️ Issues with radar and map functionality
  • 🔄 App crashes or freezes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific weather information

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FAQ about 5News Weather

What are the best 5news weather apps for iPhone?
5NEWS Northwest Arkansas tops our 5news weather apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 19K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top 5news weather apps we rank are free to download, including 5NEWS Northwest Arkansas and Weather.
5NEWS Northwest Arkansas shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 247+ 5news weather apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides users with the latest local news, interactive weather forecasts, and live video streams for the Northwest Arkansas and River Valley areas. It delivers breaking news alerts, investigative stories, and personalized updates on topics of interest.
Key features include real-time breaking news notifications, daily and hourly weather forecasts with interactive radar maps, live video of newscasts and events, and the ability to personalize updates by favoriting topics. Users can also receive alerts for school delays and closings.