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Best Emergency Weather App

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free emergency weather app? 20 of our 247+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Emergency Weather App (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Emergency: Severe Weather AppEmergency: Severe Weather AppFree4.8★ (7.2K)NoNoAug 2026
2Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesAug 2026
3The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesAug 2026
4Storm ShieldStorm ShieldFree4.8★ (111K)YesYesAug 2026
5AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesAug 2026
6Local Weather Radar & ForecastLocal Weather Radar & ForecastFree4.6★ (34K)YesNoAug 2026
7First Alert WeatherFirst Alert WeatherFree4.7★ (19K)YesNoAug 2026
8WAFF 48 First Alert WeatherWAFF 48 First Alert WeatherFree4.8★ (26K)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Emergency Weather App

Emergency: Severe Weather App#1

Emergency: Severe Weather App by American Red Cross

Alerts, Maps, Radar & Shelters
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(7.2K ratings)
Free
#97in 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
#1in 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 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 Emergency Weather App 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
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
7
First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and future tracking. Receive current conditions, hourly and daily forecasts, and severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service. Save your favorite locations and stay informed with push notifications.

High-resolution 250m radarFuture radar trackingHourly and daily forecasts
☀️ Weather
(19K)
ad-supported
8
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
9
Weather - Lite - Pink
Weather - Lite - Pink
Weather - Lite - Pink
Beautiful & Simple Weather
Free

This weather application offers a beautiful and simple interface to check current conditions and weekly forecasts. It provides detailed weather information for your current location, including temperature, wind, and precipitation.

Lite version with adsWeather for todayWeekly weather forecast
☀️ Weather
(1)
ad-supported
10
Weather – Real-Time Updates
Weather – Real-Time Updates
Weather – Real-Time Updates
Weather – Real-Time Updates
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
11
Weather Fast
Weather Fast
Weather Fast
Get the details you want
Free

Get fast, accurate weather forecasts without clutter or tracking. This app offers detailed current conditions, hourly, daily, and historical data in a beautifully simple interface designed for everyone, including VoiceOver users. Personalize your view and units for a tailored experience.

Lightning fast current conditionsDetailed hourly and daily forecasts16-day extended outlook
☀️ Weather
(2)
free
12
ISCN Weather
ISCN Weather
ISCN Weather
by Weather Pros LLC
Free

Get real-time weather forecasts and current conditions with detailed radar and satellite imagery. Receive automated, specific weather alerts up to 15 minutes before storms, with the ability to monitor up to eight locations, including your current position.

Fast and fluid weather mapRadar and satellite imageryTemperature and wind data
☀️ Weather
(66)
ad-supported
13
Weather Radar - NOAA Channel
Weather Radar - NOAA Channel
Weather Radar - NOAA Channel
Lightning & 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
(251K)
free with in-app purchases
14
News4Jax Weather Authority
News4Jax Weather Authority
News4Jax Weather Authority
From WJXT and News4Jax (N4J)
Free

Get real-time weather updates, interactive radar maps, and detailed forecasts for up to 16 locations. Receive customizable alerts for severe weather events and share community photos and videos.

Real-time radar maps48-hour and 10-day forecastsLive meteorologist streams
☀️ Weather
(24K)
ad-supported
15
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
16
ClimaRadar – Weather Forecast
ClimaRadar – Weather Forecast
ClimaRadar – Weather Forecast
Visual weather in motion.
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
17
Total Weather
Total Weather
Total Weather
Perfect Weather, Radar, Alerts
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
18
SimpleWeather - A weather app
SimpleWeather - A weather app
SimpleWeather - A weather app
Just a simple weather app
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
19
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
20
Skyla.ai
Skyla.ai
Skyla.ai
Your AI Weather Assistant
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)

FAQ about Emergency Weather App

What is the best emergency weather app for iPhone?
Emergency: Severe Weather App tops our emergency weather app ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 7.2K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top emergency weather app we rank are free to download, including Emergency: Severe Weather App and Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live.
Emergency: Severe Weather App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ emergency weather app on the iOS App Store as of August 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.