Best National Weather Channel Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Out of 244+ national weather channel apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for National Weather Channel

The Weather Channel - Radar#1

The Weather Channel - Radar by The Weather Channel

Forecast Updates: Storms, Rain
Editor's Choice
☀️ 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
National Weather#2

National Weather by Mendo Jurukovski

Accurate NOAA Weather and Rain
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.4😐(6.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access highly accurate local weather forecasts, radar, and satellite imagery. Receive rain alerts, view detailed weather charts, and get sunrise/sunset times. This app provides comprehensive weather data for the United States.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Comprehensive weather information
  • 👍 Accurate forecasts
  • 📊 Detailed charts and graphs
  • 🌍 Covers wide range of locations

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding/removing locations
  • 📱 Suboptimal layout and font size on mobile
Weather ۬#3

Weather ۬ by Impala Studios B.V.

The Forecast Channel & Network
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.5😐(272K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#67in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌤 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 📊 Detailed weather information
  • 🗺 Useful weather map
  • 👍 Easy to use interface

Room to Improve

  • 💢 Excessive ads
  • 🕰 Slow app performance
  • 🔄 Inaccurate weather data

More National Weather Channel apps to explore

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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
5
Weather forecast & Tracker
Weather forecast & Tracker
Weather forecast & Tracker
Live Windy & Storm Tracker App
Free

Get accurate, real-time weather forecasts and radar animations for your current location or any city worldwide. Plan your day with detailed hourly and daily predictions, including temperature, precipitation, wind, and more. Stay informed with customizable alerts and widgets.

Real-time hourly, daily, and weekly forecastsGlobal weather for all countries and citiesDetailed weather condition reports
☀️ Weather
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
(300K)
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 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
(75K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
10
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
(359K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
13
Weather
Weather
Weather
by Apple Distribution International
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
14
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
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Weather ..
Weather ..
Weather ..
Most accurate 14 days forecast
Free

Get precise weather forecasts for your current location or any city worldwide. View detailed information including temperature, wind, humidity, and satellite maps. Stay informed with widgets and Apple Watch support.

14-day weather forecastAnimated weather satellite mapToday Widget
☀️ Weather
(20K)
ad-supported
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FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
FOX LOCAL: Live News & Weather
Local News and Weather Alerts
Free

Access live local news, breaking alerts, and weather updates from your city's FOX station. Stream 24/7 news coverage, traffic, politics, sports, and more, all tailored to your community. Stay informed about local events and weather anytime, anywhere.

Live local news streamingBreaking news alertsReal-time weather forecasts
📡 News
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
17
FOX 8 Weather
FOX 8 Weather
FOX 8 Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive hourly and daily forecasts, and stay informed with severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service.

250 meter radarFuture radar trackingHigh resolution satellite imagery
☀️ Weather
(17K)
ad-supported
18
Windy.com
Windy.com
Windy.com
NOAA Radar, Hurricanes, Alerts
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
(77K)
free with in-app purchases
19
The Weather Network
The Weather Network
The Weather Network
Detailed Weather Forecast
Free

Plan your days with confidence using this app, offering accurate local and travel weather forecasts. Get real-time radar, severe weather alerts, and detailed reports on air quality and UV index to stay safe and prepared.

Accurate local forecasts (hourly, 7-day, 14-day)Live radar and satellite mapsSevere weather alerts and government warnings
☀️ Weather
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
20
WHSV-TV3 Weather
WHSV-TV3 Weather
WHSV-TV3 Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather information with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive real-time updates, future radar projections, and customizable location forecasts. Stay informed about severe weather with opt-in alerts and National Weather Service notifications.

250 meter radarHigh resolution satellite imageryFuture radar
☀️ Weather
(3.6K)
ad-supported