Best Free Weather Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 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 (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesSep 2026
2AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesSep 2026
3WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesSep 2026
4WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.8M)NoNoSep 2026
5Yahoo Weather: Daily ForecastsYahoo Weather: Daily ForecastsFree4.7★ (191K)YesNoSep 2026
6Weather Live° - Local ForecastWeather Live° - Local ForecastFree4.6★ (399K)YesYesSep 2026
7What The Forecast?!!What The Forecast?!!Free4.5★ (9K)YesYesSep 2026
8FOX Weather: Daily ForecastsFOX Weather: Daily ForecastsFree4.8★ (368K)YesYesSep 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
#2in 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
  • 🔴 Inaccurate weather alerts and forecasts
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
  • 🌤️ Useful weather visualizations

Room to Improve

  • 🔄 Inconsistent forecast accuracy
  • 🕰️ Cluttered and confusing navigation
  • 💰 Excessive paid subscription requirements
  • 📢 Intrusive and frequent advertisements
  • 🔌 Increased battery consumption
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast#3

WeatherBug: Weather Forecast by WeatherBug

Live Local Radar, Storm Alerts
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(2.2M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#4in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • ⚡️ Reliable lightning and storm tracking
  • 📍 Customizable location settings
  • 🌤️ Detailed weather information (humidity, UV, air quality)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data updates
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🤔 Contradictory weather information between hourly and daily forecasts
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate radar and location mapping in some areas
  • 💤 Slow app loading times

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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 September 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 September 2026.
We track 248+ free weather apps on the iOS App Store as of September 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.