Best Forecast Apps

242+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the forecast category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 242+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Forecast Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesAug 2026
2MyRadar Accurate Weather RadarMyRadar Accurate Weather RadarFree4.8★ (1.1M)YesYesAug 2026
3WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.6M)NoNoAug 2026
4AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesAug 2026
5WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesAug 2026
6Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesAug 2026
7What The Forecast?!!What The Forecast?!!Free4.5★ (9K)YesYesAug 2026
8Windy.comWindy.comFree4.8★ (78K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Forecast

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
#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
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar#2

MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar by Aviation Data Systems, Inc

Doppler, NOAA & NWS Forecasts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(1.1M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#6in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate radar and weather information
  • 🔍 Detailed and customizable weather data
  • ⚠️ Helpful weather alerts and notifications
  • 🌎 Global weather tracking capabilities

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and performance issues
  • 🕰️ Outdated or delayed radar data
  • 🔍 Inaccurate location-based weather information
Weather#3

Weather by Apple

Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(1.6M ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Beautiful and modern design
  • 📊 Detailed weather information
  • 🌍 Global weather coverage
  • 🔍 Helpful weather alerts

Room to Improve

  • ❌ Inaccurate weather forecasts
  • ⏱️ Slow to update weather data
  • 🌧️ Inconsistent rain/snow predictions

More Forecast apps to explore

4
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
5
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
6
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live
Tornado, Rain & Storm Alerts
Free

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.

Real-time radar imagesSevere weather alertsPrecipitation forecast
☀️ Weather
(1M)
free with in-app purchases
7
What The Forecast?!!
What The Forecast?!!
What The Forecast?!!
WTForecast
Free

This app provides accurate weather forecasts with a humorous and often profane twist. It offers detailed daily and hourly predictions, along with various weather-related indices and customizable phrase settings. Users can choose to purchase the app outright or opt for a subscription for unlimited access.

Obnoxious weather phrasesSwitchable profanity settingsAccurate weather reports
☀️ Weather
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Windy.com
Windy.com
Windy.com
NOAA Weather Radar & Hurricane
Free

This app offers advanced weather forecasting with over 50 detailed maps and 15 weather models, including live radar, satellite imagery, and hurricane tracking. It provides customizable alerts for storms, wind, and snow, making it ideal for outdoor activities and aviation.

Live weather radar & satelliteOver 50 weather maps15+ weather models
☀️ Weather
(78K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Foreca Weather & Radar
Foreca Weather & Radar
Foreca Weather & Radar
Weather and the best radar
Free

Get highly accurate weather forecasts and radar maps with a customizable interface. Access premium features like rain notifications and governmental warnings for free. Track current conditions, view historical data, and personalize your home screen widgets.

Highly accurate rain forecastsCustomizable weather viewsFree premium features
☀️ Weather
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Forecast Bar - Weather + Radar
Forecast Bar - Weather + Radar
Forecast Bar - Weather + Radar
Accurate and Customizable
Free

Get hyper-accurate, hyper-local live weather and forecasts with customizable widgets for your home and lock screens. Track storms with advanced radar, receive AI-powered weather summaries for your calendar, and get timely alerts for celestial events and severe weather.

Hyper-local live weather and forecastsCustomizable home and lock screen widgetsNOAA-powered radar with live lightning
☀️ Weather
(2.8K)
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
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
13
UAV Forecast
UAV Forecast
UAV Forecast
Weather for drones
Free

This app provides a comprehensive weather forecast and flight condition analysis for drone pilots. It includes hyperlocal wind data, GPS satellite information, solar activity, and no-fly zones. Get color-coded "Good To Fly" or "Not Good To Fly" assessments with customizable thresholds.

Hyperlocal wind and gust speedsGPS satellite data (Galileo, GLONASS)Solar weather (Kp) index
☀️ Weather
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
14
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
Storm, Snow & Hurricane Radar
Free

Get hyper-accurate, real-time weather forecasts and radar maps with over 35 layers. Plan your days, weeks, or vacations with detailed hourly and extended forecasts, severe weather alerts, and tropical cyclone tracking.

35+ real-time weather layersTropical cyclone tracking14-day temperature and precipitation forecasts
☀️ Weather
(76K)
free with in-app purchases
15
National Weather Forecast Data
National Weather Forecast Data
National Weather Forecast Data
NOAA Weather Point Forecast
Free

Access detailed weather forecasts from NOAA by tapping on a map. View 7-day forecasts, including summaries, wind, snow, and severe weather. Explore national weather service discussions and data from over 40,000 stations.

Interactive map for weather forecasts7-day NWS/NOAA spot forecastsNational Weather Service discussions
☀️ Weather
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
17
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
Windy.app — Wind, Tides, Radar
#1 Fishing, boating & sailing
Free

This app provides detailed wind, wave, and weather forecasts for various outdoor activities. It offers historical data, real-time alerts, and a community feature for sharing conditions. Ideal for surfers, sailors, and other wind sports enthusiasts.

Wind report, forecast, and statisticsWind alert and storm warningsWeather history (2012-2024)
☀️ Weather
(73K)
freemium
18
OpenSnow
OpenSnow
OpenSnow
Weather Forecast + Snow Report
Free

Get the most accurate snow forecasts, detailed snow reports, and severe weather maps. Access 15-day forecasts, local expert insights, and offline 3D maps for snow depth, avalanche risk, and more. Track storms with advanced radar and AI-powered weather systems.

15-Day Snow ForecastLocal Expert Snow Reports3D & Offline Weather Maps
☀️ Weather
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Weather Hi-Def Radar Forecast
Weather Hi-Def Radar Forecast
Weather Hi-Def Radar Forecast
Live NOAA Channel Storm Alerts
Free

This app provides real-time animated weather radar on an interactive map with future forecasts and detailed weather information. It offers advanced alerts for severe weather, including lightning and precipitation, and allows users to monitor air quality and wildfire activity.

Real-time animated weather radarInteractive map with layersFuture forecasts and detailed info
☀️ Weather
(77K)
free with in-app purchases
20
My Aurora Forecast & Alerts
My Aurora Forecast & Alerts
My Aurora Forecast & Alerts
Northern Lights & Borealis
Free

Track the Northern Lights with real-time KP index, global aurora maps, and detailed forecasts. Get free push notifications for high activity and discover the best viewing locations worldwide. Plan your aurora adventures with tour information and live webcams.

Real-time KP indexGlobal aurora forecast mapBest viewing location finder
☀️ Weather
(69K)
ad-supported

FAQ about Forecast

What are the best forecast apps for iPhone?
The Weather Channel - Radar tops our forecast apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 6M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top forecast apps we rank are free to download, including The Weather Channel - Radar and MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar.
The Weather Channel - Radar shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 242+ forecast apps on the iOS App Store as of May 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.

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