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Best Emergency Weather Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good emergency weather apps. We benchmark 237+ 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 Emergency Weather Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Emergency: Severe Weather AppEmergency: Severe Weather AppFree4.8★ (6.1K)YesNoJul 2026
2Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesJul 2026
3The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (5.9M)YesYesJul 2026
4Storm ShieldStorm ShieldFree4.8★ (111K)YesYesJul 2026
5AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesJul 2026
6Weather Radar - Ora ChannelWeather Radar - Ora ChannelFree4.6★ (250K)YesYesJul 2026
7WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesJul 2026
8NOAA Weather Radar Live MapNOAA Weather Radar Live MapFree4.6★ (11K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Emergency Weather

Emergency: Severe Weather App#1

Emergency: Severe Weather App by American Red Cross

Alerts, Maps, Radar & Shelters
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(6.1K ratings)
FreeAds
#63in Weather
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Stay safe during extreme weather and disasters with real-time alerts, interactive preparedness guides, and essential tools. This app provides official weather notifications, live maps, and helps locate shelters and services when you need them most.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy user interface
  • 👍 Accessible to the blind
  • 🚀 Sends immediate notifications
  • 👍 Keeps users informed about hazards

Room to Improve

  • 🔇 Notifications too loud even with volume down
  • 🔁 Repeated notifications for the same event
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate location tracking and alerts
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live#2

Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live by Mosaic S.r.l.

Tornado, Rain & Storm Alerts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.5😐(1M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#2in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Excellent weather data and forecasting
  • 🗺️ Detailed and informative radar maps
  • 📊 Comprehensive weather information
  • 🔍 Helpful for planning outdoor activities

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🤖 Aggressive upselling and subscription prompts
  • 🕰️ Slow or delayed weather updates
The Weather Channel - Radar#3

The Weather Channel - Radar by The Weather Channel

Forecast Updates: Storms, Rain
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😞(5.9M 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 Emergency Weather apps to explore

4
Storm Shield
Storm Shield
Storm Shield
Severe Weather Alerts & Radar
Free

Receive precise, location-based severe weather alerts for tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and more. Get voice and push notifications, view radar maps, and access forecasts. Optional premium features offer advanced radar imagery and lightning alerts.

Location-based severe weather alertsVoice and push notificationsHi-Def radar map
☀️ Weather
(111K)
free with in-app purchases
5
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast
Local radar & storm tracker
Free

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.

Hyperlocal precipitation forecastsRealFeel® temperatureLive radar and storm tracking
☀️ Weather
(1.5M)
free with in-app purchases
6
Weather Radar - Ora Channel
Weather Radar - Ora Channel
Weather Radar - Ora Channel
NOAA Network & Storm Tracker
Free

Get real-time weather updates with a live radar map, storm tracker, and accurate forecasts. Receive severe weather alerts for storms, hurricanes, floods, and fires. Plan better and stay safe with detailed weather information.

Live NOAA radar mapsHourly and 10-day forecastsSevere weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(250K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
8
NOAA Weather Radar Live Map
NOAA Weather Radar Live Map
NOAA Weather Radar Live Map
Hurricane Tracker, Rain Alarm
Free

Get real-time weather forecasts, severe weather alerts, and detailed weather maps. Track storms, hurricanes, and precipitation with hourly and daily predictions. Stay informed about air quality, wind, and temperature for your location and worldwide.

Real-time weather radar mapsHourly and daily forecastsSevere weather alerts (tornadoes, hurricanes)
☀️ Weather
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Storm Tracker°
Storm Tracker°
Storm Tracker°
My Weather & Tornado Radar
Free

Track severe weather events like storms, tornadoes, and hurricanes with real-time radar and forecasts. Get NOAA alerts for floods and other hazards. Monitor weather patterns up to 10 days in advance.

Live storm trackingDoppler radar for rain and snowNOAA weather warnings and alerts
☀️ Weather
(81K)
free with in-app purchases
10
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
(31K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
WKYC Weather
WKYC Weather
WKYC Weather
by Tegna Inc.
Free

Stay informed about northeast Ohio weather with real-time conditions, interactive HD radar, and severe weather alerts. Get detailed forecasts and customize alerts for your favorite locations.

Live interactive HD radarCurrent weather conditionsSevere weather text alerts
☀️ Weather
(5.3K)
ad-supported
13
Weather & Radar
Weather & Radar
Weather & Radar
3-Day Radar Free
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
(303K)
free with in-app purchases
14
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar
Local Forecasts & Live Maps
Free

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.

Humorous weather personalitiesAccurate hourly and daily forecastsGamified activities and achievements
☀️ Weather
(86K)
subscription
15
KPRC 2 Weather
KPRC 2 Weather
KPRC 2 Weather
Radar, Satellite and Forecasts
Free

Get real-time weather updates, interactive radar maps, and detailed forecasts. Receive customizable alerts for severe weather and stay informed with livestreams from meteorologists. Share community weather observations.

Interactive weather radar48-hour and 10-day forecastsLive meteorologist livestreams
☀️ Weather
(49K)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
17
WBRC First Alert Weather
WBRC First Alert Weather
WBRC First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future radar to track severe weather. Receive current conditions, daily/hourly forecasts, and customizable alerts for your favorite locations.

250 meter radarFuture radar trackingHigh-resolution satellite imagery
☀️ Weather
(28K)
ad-supported
18
NOAA Weather Radio
NOAA Weather Radio
NOAA Weather Radio
Live Weather Radio To Go!
$4.99

Access live NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts with rewind and replay functionality. Receive critical weather alerts, forecasts, and current conditions for your location or chosen stations. Features include radar maps, lightning detection, and sharing capabilities.

Rewind and replay live broadcastsLive NOAA Weather Radio streamsAudible push weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(9.6K)
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
(25K)
ad-supported
20
13abc First Alert Weather
13abc First Alert Weather
13abc First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Plan for severe weather with future radar and receive timely alerts from the National Weather Service. Save your favorite locations for instant access to current conditions and forecasts.

250 meter radarHigh resolution satellite imageryFuture radar
☀️ Weather
(11K)
ad-supported

FAQ about Emergency Weather

What are the best emergency weather apps for iPhone?
Emergency: Severe Weather App tops our emergency weather apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 6.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top emergency weather apps we rank are free to download, including Emergency: Severe Weather App and Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live.
Emergency: Severe Weather App shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 237+ emergency weather apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The Emergency app helps you prepare for, stay safe during, and recover after disasters and extreme weather events. It provides expert tips, real-time alerts, interactive guides, and tools to help you stay informed and protected.
Key features include real-time severe weather alerts from NOAA, interactive preparedness guides and checklists, live weather maps with radar and storm tracking, and the ability to locate Red Cross shelters and disaster services.

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