Best Dark Sky Weather Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 250+ dark sky weather apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Dark Sky Weather Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Dark Sky Tech & Rain RadarDark Sky Tech & Rain RadarFree3.1★ (37)NoYesSep 2026
2The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesSep 2026
3CARROT Weather: Alerts & RadarCARROT Weather: Alerts & RadarFree4.7★ (87K)NoYesSep 2026
4AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesSep 2026
5Dark Storm: Dark Sky WeatherDark Storm: Dark Sky WeatherFree4.5★ (49)NoYesSep 2026
6WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesSep 2026
7Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesSep 2026
8WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.8M)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Dark Sky Weather

The Weather Channel - Radar#2

The Weather Channel - Radar by The Weather Channel Interactive

Storm Alerts, Lightning, Rain
Strong Contender
☀️ 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
  • 🔴 Inaccurate weather alerts and forecasts
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar#3

CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar by Grailr LLC

Local Forecasts & Live Maps
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(87K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#7in Weather
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This app provides hyper-accurate local weather forecasts with a unique personality. It offers detailed current, hourly, and daily predictions, along with engaging features like secret locations and achievements. Premium subscriptions unlock advanced data sources, notifications, and customization options.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Highly customizable
  • 👍 Entertaining and humorous
  • 🌟 Comprehensive weather data
  • 📊 Detailed weather visualizations
  • 🌐 Multiple weather data sources
  • 🔍 Helpful weather-related information and trivia

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Key features locked behind paywall
  • 🌍 Inaccurate weather data in some regions
  • 🔀 Confusing layout changes with new update
  • 🚫 Removal of previously free features

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FAQ about Dark Sky Weather

What are the best dark sky weather apps for iPhone?
Dark Sky Tech & Rain Radar tops our dark sky weather apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.1-star average from 37 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top dark sky weather apps we rank are free to download, including Dark Sky Tech & Rain Radar and The Weather Channel - Radar.
Dark Sky Tech & Rain Radar has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ dark sky weather apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides hyper-accurate, minute-by-minute weather forecasts for your current location or any city. It offers hourly and daily forecasts for up to 10 days, high-resolution radar maps, and detailed storm tracking for severe weather events like tornadoes and hurricanes.
Key features include hyperlocal forecasts, minute-by-minute precipitation predictions, 10-day hourly forecasts, high-resolution radar maps, storm and snow tracking, customizable home screen widgets, and notifications for severe weather and rain.

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