Best Free Weather Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free free weather apps? 20 of our 248+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Free Weather Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesAug 2026
2AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesAug 2026
3WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.6M)NoNoAug 2026
4WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesAug 2026
5Yahoo Weather: Daily ForecastsYahoo Weather: Daily ForecastsFree4.7★ (191K)YesNoAug 2026
6MyRadar Accurate Weather RadarMyRadar Accurate Weather RadarFree4.8★ (1.1M)YesYesAug 2026
7What The Forecast?!!What The Forecast?!!Free4.5★ (9K)YesYesAug 2026
8Weather & RadarWeather & RadarFree4.7★ (304K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Free Weather Apps

The Weather Channel - Radar#1

The Weather Channel - Radar by The Weather Channel Interactive

Storm Alerts, Lightning, Rain
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.8😞(6M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#1in Weather
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Get accurate daily and hourly weather forecasts, including severe storm alerts and air quality index. Plan up to 15 days in advance with personalized weather tracking and live radar maps.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 📊 Detailed weather information
  • 🌤️ Helpful weather videos
  • 🌍 Weather for multiple locations

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find information
  • 🕰️ Slow app performance and loading times
  • 💸 Excessive ads and push for premium subscription
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast#2

AccuWeather: Weather Forecast by AccuWeather International, Inc.

Local radar & storm tracker
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6😐(1.5M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#4in Weather
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Get real-time weather alerts and hyperlocal forecasts with proven accuracy. Track severe weather events like hurricanes and snowstorms with live radar and detailed updates. Plan your day and stay informed about conditions affecting your safety and activities.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 🔍 Detailed weather information
  • 📊 Reliable data source
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🔄 Inconsistent forecast accuracy
  • 🕰️ Cluttered and confusing navigation
  • 💰 Excessive paid subscription requirements
Weather#3

Weather by Apple

Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(1.6M 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

More Free Weather Apps apps to explore

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WeatherBug: Weather Forecast
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast
Live Local Radar, Storm Alerts
Free

Get accurate, real-time weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a global professional weather network. Visualize conditions with interactive maps, track lightning, and stay informed about pollen, air quality, and more.

Real-Time Pinpoint ForecastsEnhanced Interactive MapSevere Weather Alerts
☀️ Weather
(2.2M)
free with in-app purchases
5
Yahoo Weather: Daily Forecasts
Yahoo Weather: Daily Forecasts
Yahoo Weather: Daily Forecasts
Hourly radar, live alerts
Free

Get accurate local weather forecasts and alerts, including detailed temperature tracking, snow predictions, and severe weather warnings. Visualize weather patterns with interactive radar and maps, and plan travel with global forecasts for up to 20 cities. Enjoy a beautiful, immersive interface with stunning photography and animated weather modules.

Winter storm trackingSevere weather alerts10-day forecasts
☀️ Weather
(191K)
free with in-app purchases
6
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar
Doppler, NOAA & NWS Forecasts
Free

Get animated weather radar for your current location with up to two hours of loop data. Receive hyper-local, minute-by-minute rain alerts up to an hour in advance. Overlay various weather and environmental data layers for a comprehensive view.

Animated weather radarHyper-local rain alertsWind and frontal boundary layers
☀️ Weather
(1.1M)
free with in-app purchases
7
What The Forecast?!!
What The Forecast?!!
What The Forecast?!!
WTForecast
Free

This app provides accurate weather forecasts with a humorous and often profane twist. It offers detailed daily and hourly predictions, along with various weather-related indices and customizable phrase settings. Users can choose to purchase the app outright or opt for a subscription for unlimited access.

Obnoxious weather phrasesSwitchable profanity settingsAccurate weather reports
☀️ Weather
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Weather & Radar
Weather & Radar
Weather & Radar
4-Day Radar Forecast
Free

Stay informed with accurate hourly and daily weather forecasts, including detailed radar maps for rain, snow, and lightning. Receive personalized alerts, track air quality, and get specialized information for winter sports and coastal conditions.

Hourly & daily weather forecastAll-in-one weather mapsRain, snow, wind, lightning radar
☀️ Weather
(304K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Weather Live° - Local Forecast
Weather Live° - Local Forecast
Weather Live° - Local Forecast
Weather Widget & Rain Alerts
Free

Get accurate, customized weather forecasts with animated backgrounds and severe weather alerts. View detailed information like temperature, pressure, and wind speed. Includes widgets for your home screen and Apple Watch.

Customizable weather forecastsAnimated weather scenesSevere weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(399K)
free with in-app purchases
10
FOX Weather: Daily Forecasts
FOX Weather: Daily Forecasts
FOX Weather: Daily Forecasts
Live Storm Tracker + 3D Radar
Free

Get detailed weather forecasts and live storm tracking with advanced 3D radar. Customize locations, receive severe weather alerts, and access live news from meteorologists. Plan ahead with long-range forecasts and stay informed about conditions like UV index and wind speed.

3D Radar Tracking14-Day ForecastsSevere Weather Alerts
☀️ Weather
(366K)
free with in-app purchases
11
WillyWeather
WillyWeather
WillyWeather
Accurate local weather
Free

This app provides highly localized weather forecasts, including detailed information on wind, rain, tides, and UV index. It processes and refines global weather data to offer precise predictions for thousands of specific locations across the US. Users can access interactive radar, satellite views, and real-time observational data.

Hyper-local weather forecastsInteractive rainfall radarDetailed tide and swell data
☀️ Weather
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Weather ..
Weather ..
Weather ..
Most accurate 14 days forecast
Free

Get precise weather forecasts for your current location or any city worldwide. View detailed information including temperature, wind, humidity, and satellite maps. Stay informed with widgets and Apple Watch support.

14-day weather forecastAnimated weather satellite mapToday Widget
☀️ Weather
(21K)
ad-supported
13
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Tornado, Rain & Storm Alerts
Free

Get real-time radar, severe weather alerts, and accurate forecasts. This app provides detailed weather information, including precipitation, temperature, and wind, to help you stay informed and safe from approaching storms.

Real-time radar imagesSevere weather alertsPrecipitation forecast
☀️ Weather
(1M)
free with in-app purchases
14
Acme Weather
Acme Weather
Acme Weather
by Acme Weather
Free

This app provides detailed weather forecasts with alternate predictions to show forecast reliability. It offers customizable notifications for various weather events and allows users to view community-reported weather conditions. Beautifully designed maps display real-time radar, air quality, and more for instant context.

Alternate weather predictionsCustomizable weather notificationsCommunity weather reports
☀️ Weather
(2.6K)
subscription
15
Weather ۬
Weather ۬
Weather ۬
The Forecast Channel & Network
Free

Get detailed local weather forecasts, including hourly and 10-day outlooks. Track rain, snow, and storms with live radar. Plan your day with information on wind, humidity, and UV index.

Hourly and 10-day forecastsLive precipitation radarStorm tracking (hurricanes, tornadoes)
☀️ Weather
(272K)
freemium
16
Weather Underground: Local Map
Weather Underground: Local Map
Weather Underground: Local Map
Radar & severe storm tracker
Free

Get hyper-local weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a vast network of personal weather stations. Track current conditions, view interactive radar maps, and receive customizable notifications for upcoming weather events.

Hyper-local forecastsSevere weather alertsInteractive radar maps
☀️ Weather
(32K)
free with in-app purchases
17
The Weather Forecast App
The Weather Forecast App
The Weather Forecast App
Live Radar Maps & Local Alerts
Free

Get hyper-local weather forecasts with detailed hourly and 16-day predictions. Receive severe weather alerts, daily notifications, and access to real-time radar maps. Includes atmospheric data for sun and moon, plus a special feature for photographers.

Hyper-local weather forecastsHourly and 16-day predictionsSevere weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(51K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Local Weather Radar & Forecast
Local Weather Radar & Forecast
Local Weather Radar & Forecast
Storm Warning & Tracker Alerts
Free

Get real-time local weather updates, including breaking news and traffic information for the USA and worldwide. Features include Doppler radar, hourly forecasts, hurricane tracking, and live transit alerts. Stay informed with weather station capabilities right in your pocket.

Local forecast and conditionsSatellite maps and Doppler radarHourly temperature timeline
☀️ Weather
(34K)
ad-supported
19
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
Storm, Snow & Hurricane Radar
Free

Get hyper-accurate, real-time weather forecasts and radar maps with over 35 layers. Plan your days, weeks, or vacations with detailed hourly and extended forecasts, severe weather alerts, and tropical cyclone tracking.

35+ real-time weather layersTropical cyclone tracking14-day temperature and precipitation forecasts
☀️ Weather
(76K)
free with in-app purchases
20
#WEATHER
#WEATHER
#WEATHER
Forecast & Hurricane Tracker
Free

Get hyper-local, up-to-date weather information with current conditions, detailed hourly and extended forecasts, and severe weather alerts. Track multiple locations with visually appealing icons and backgrounds.

Current weather conditionsHourly and extended forecastsMultiple location tracking
☀️ Weather
(65)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Free Weather Apps

What are the best free weather apps for iPhone?
The Weather Channel - Radar tops our free weather apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 6M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
The Weather Channel - Radar shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ free weather apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides accurate daily and hourly weather forecasts, including up to 15 days in advance. It features live Doppler radar maps, storm watch, and storm tracker to warn you of severe weather. You can also monitor the air quality index and personalize weather alerts.
Key features include daily/hourly forecasts, 15-day advance forecasts, live radar maps, severe weather alerts, air quality index forecasts, and personalized weather tracking for UV index, pollen count, and humidity.