Best National Weather Radar Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our national weather radar list covers 247+ iPhone apps updated through September 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top National Weather Radar Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesSep 2026
2Doppler Radar: Live Rain MapDoppler Radar: Live Rain MapFree4.6★ (39K)YesYesSep 2026
3NOAA Radar & Weather ForecastNOAA Radar & Weather ForecastFree4.4★ (76K)NoYesSep 2026
4WeatherWeatherFree4.8★ (1.8M)NoNoSep 2026
5Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesSep 2026
6Weather Radar - NOAA ChannelWeather Radar - NOAA ChannelFree4.6★ (251K)YesYesSep 2026
7Weather for iPad!Weather for iPad!Free4.5★ (3.4K)YesYesSep 2026
8Local Weather Radar & ForecastLocal Weather Radar & ForecastFree4.6★ (34K)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for National Weather Radar

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
#2in 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
Doppler Radar: Live Rain Map#2

Doppler Radar: Live Rain Map by Voros Innovation

Storm Tracker & Weather Alerts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6😊(39K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#98in Weather
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Get real-time weather updates with an interactive radar map showing all precipitation types. Plan ahead with detailed forecasts, severe weather warnings, and specific weather details like temperature, humidity, and wind. Easily navigate global weather data and customize your view.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate radar
  • 👍 Helpful for planning outdoor activities
  • 🚀 Quick loading
  • 🚀 Provides real-time weather information
  • 👍 Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Incorrect time display
  • 🐛 Slow to load at times
  • 🔍 Limited map zoom and panning options
  • 💡 Lack of lightning strike display
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast#3

NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast by Position Mobile Ltd SEZC

Storm, Snow & Hurricane Radar
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.4😞(76K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#17in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Real-time weather data
  • ⚠️ Helpful for severe weather alerts
  • 🗺️ Detailed radar maps
  • 📍 Personalized location tracking

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate free version
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

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FAQ about National Weather Radar

What are the best national weather radar apps for iPhone?
The Weather Channel - Radar tops our national weather radar apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 6M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top national weather radar apps we rank are free to download, including The Weather Channel - Radar and Doppler Radar: Live Rain Map.
The Weather Channel - Radar shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 247+ national weather radar apps on the iOS App Store as of September 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.