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Best Local Weather Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good local weather apps. We benchmark 248+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Local Weather Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesAug 2026
2WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesAug 2026
3The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesAug 2026
4WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.6M)NoNoAug 2026
5Yahoo Weather: Daily ForecastsYahoo Weather: Daily ForecastsFree4.7★ (191K)YesNoAug 2026
6Weather ۬Weather ۬Free4.5★ (272K)YesYesAug 2026
7FOX Weather: Daily ForecastsFOX Weather: Daily ForecastsFree4.8★ (366K)YesYesAug 2026
8Local Weather Radar & ForecastLocal Weather Radar & ForecastFree4.6★ (34K)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Local Weather Apps

AccuWeather: Weather Forecast#1

AccuWeather: Weather Forecast by AccuWeather International, Inc.

Local radar & storm tracker
Editor's Choice
☀️ 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
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast#2

WeatherBug: Weather Forecast by WeatherBug

Live Local Radar, Storm Alerts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(2.2M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data updates
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🤔 Contradictory weather information between hourly and daily forecasts
The Weather Channel - Radar#3

The Weather Channel - Radar by The Weather Channel Interactive

Storm Alerts, Lightning, Rain
Worth Considering
☀️ 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

More Local Weather Apps apps to explore

4
Weather
Weather
Weather
by Apple
Free

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.

Hourly and 10-day forecastsSevere weather alertsInteractive weather maps
☀️ Weather
(1.6M)
free
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
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
7
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
8
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
9
Capital Weather
Capital Weather
Capital Weather
by Capital Weather LLC
Free

This app provides comprehensive weather information, including current conditions, detailed forecasts, and severe weather alerts. It features high-resolution radar imagery and allows users to save favorite locations and receive customizable push notifications.

Current weather updatesDetailed DC-area forecastHourly and daily forecasts
☀️ Weather
(68)
ad-supported
10
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
11
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
12
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
13
Local 3 Weather
Local 3 Weather
Local 3 Weather
by WRCB-TV
Free

Get real-time weather updates and forecasts for the Tennessee Valley. Features include current conditions, weekly forecasts, live radar with storm tracks, school closings, and traffic updates. Receive alerts for dangerous weather.

Current weather conditionsWeekly forecastsHigh-resolution radar with Storm Tracks
☀️ Weather
(14K)
ad-supported
14
YoCelsi - Minimalist Weather & Local Storm Conditions
YoCelsi - Minimalist Weather & Local Storm Conditions
YoCelsi - Minimalist Weather & Local Storm Conditions
by Todd Swann
Free

Get detailed weather information for any city worldwide with a minimalist design and intuitive interface. View current conditions, 10-day forecasts, radar, and local storm data.

Detailed weather information for unlimited cities10-day forecast with 3-hourly dataCloud cover and rainfall totals
☀️ Weather
(6)
free
15
Local 9 Day Weather
Local 9 Day Weather
Local 9 Day Weather
Local NWS alerts and forecasts
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
16
Local Weather.
Local Weather.
Local Weather.
by margaret kovatch
Free

Get essential weather information like temperature, humidity, and pressure for any location worldwide. This app provides daily forecasts and keeps you updated on current conditions with a simple, one-touch interface.

Worldwide weather informationTemperature, humidity, and pressureDaily forecasts
☀️ Weather
(1)
free
17
Just Daily Weather
Just Daily Weather
Just Daily Weather
by Fedor Losev
Free

Get your local weather forecast with a clean, ad-free interface. This straightforward application provides essential weather information for your city.

Local weather forecastsClean interfaceAd-free experience
☀️ Weather
(0)
free
18
Brzzy Weather: Local Forecasts
Brzzy Weather: Local Forecasts
Brzzy Weather: Local Forecasts
Radar You Can Scrub Like Video
Free

Experience weather like never before with interactive radar, GIF-powered forecasts, and smart activity ratings. Discover hyperlocal conditions, track storms, and find nearby activities tailored to the weather. Enjoy a privacy-first design with dynamic visuals.

Scrubbable radar timelineGIF-powered forecastsSmart activity ratings
☀️ Weather
(131)
free with in-app purchases
19
WAFF 48 First Alert Weather
WAFF 48 First Alert Weather
WAFF 48 First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and detailed forecasts for your favorite locations. Stay informed and safe with real-time updates.

250 meter radarFuture radarHigh resolution satellite imagery
☀️ Weather
(26K)
ad-supported
20
Weather Dial: Compare Weather
Weather Dial: Compare Weather
Weather Dial: Compare Weather
One screen. Every forecast.
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)

FAQ about Local Weather Apps

What are the best local weather apps for iPhone?
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast tops our local weather apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 1.5M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top local weather apps we rank are free to download, including AccuWeather: Weather Forecast and WeatherBug: Weather Forecast.
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ local weather apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides real-time weather alerts and hyperlocal weather updates with proven Superior Accuracy™. It helps users make informed decisions by offering detailed forecasts, including hourly and minute-by-minute updates, and tracks severe weather events.
Key features include exclusive MinuteCast® for hyperlocal precipitation forecasts, AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperature for a more accurate feel of the temperature, live radar and storm tracking, severe weather alerts, and detailed forecasts for hurricanes and snow events.