Best Severe Weather App

213+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good severe weather app. We benchmark 213+ 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 Severe Weather App (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Emergency: Severe Weather AppEmergency: Severe Weather AppFree4.8★ (6.1K)YesNoJul 2026
2WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesJul 2026
3The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (5.9M)YesYesJul 2026
4Storm ShieldStorm ShieldFree4.8★ (111K)YesYesJul 2026
5Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesJul 2026
6TornadosTornadosFree4.6★ (1.9K)YesNoJul 2026
7AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesJul 2026
8Tornado Tracker by TornadoPathTornado Tracker by TornadoPathFree4.9★ (1.2K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Severe 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😐(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
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast#2

WeatherBug: Weather Forecast by WeatherBug

Live Local Radar, Storm Alerts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(2.2M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#7in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • ⚡️ Reliable lightning and storm tracking
  • 📍 Customizable location settings

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data updates
  • 🔋 Battery drain issues
  • 🤔 Contradictory weather information between hourly and daily forecasts
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 Severe 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
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
6
Tornados
Tornados
Tornados
Destroy everything!
Free

Experience the power of a massive tornado in this engaging game. Challenge other twisters and destroy everything in your path as you learn about tornado behavior.

Control a giant tornadoDestroy everything in your pathChallenge other tornados
🎮 Games
(1.9K)
ad-supported
7
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
8
Tornado Tracker by TornadoPath
Tornado Tracker by TornadoPath
Tornado Tracker by TornadoPath
Tornado Warnings and Alerts
Free

Receive instant alerts for tornado warnings and severe weather. Access detailed tornado data, interactive maps with various layers, and a historical archive. Learn about weather safety and understand alerts with educational guides.

Instant tornado warning alertsInteractive maps with radar and layersDetailed tornado data and historical archive
☀️ Weather
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Weather Pro · Radar Alerts
Weather Pro · Radar Alerts
Weather Pro · Radar Alerts
Live Storm & Rain Forecasts
Free

This app provides precise weather data with a focus on real-time rain and severe weather alerts. It features an interactive radar, hyperlocal forecasts, and dynamic animations to help you plan your day with confidence.

Real-time rain and severe weather alertsInteractive weather radarHyperlocal forecasts (hours & 10 days)
☀️ Weather
(263K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Tornado Hunter Adventure 3D
Tornado Hunter Adventure 3D
Tornado Hunter Adventure 3D
Tornado Games: Tornado Hill 23
Free

Experience the thrill of hunting dangerous tornadoes in this driving adventure game. Navigate storms, avoid damage to your vehicle, and become a frontline lightning storm fighter. This game offers a unique horizon racing experience for those seeking an adrenaline rush.

Drive cars to hunt tornadoesAvoid damaging your vehicleEngage in frontline storm fighting
🎮 Games
(145)
ad-supported
11
WPXI Severe Weather Team 11
WPXI Severe Weather Team 11
WPXI Severe Weather Team 11
by Cox Media Group
Free

Stay informed about western Pennsylvania's weather with detailed forecasts, interactive radar, and customizable alerts. Track storms, earthquakes, and receive location-specific warnings for severe weather events. This comprehensive tool offers high-resolution data and a user-friendly interface.

Interactive Doppler radar with future radarEarthquake and storm track overlaysFree push alerts for over 25 alert types
☀️ Weather
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
13
FOX13 Weather App
FOX13 Weather App
FOX13 Weather App
by Standard Media Group
Free

Get accurate local weather forecasts and severe weather alerts for Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Features high-resolution radar, storm tracking, and customizable location-based alerts to keep you informed and safe.

High-resolution radar with future radarEarthquake and storm track layersFree push alerts for over 25 types
☀️ Weather
(8.3K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Tornado Vision
Tornado Vision
Tornado Vision
The Ultimate Storm Chasing App
Free

Visualize severe weather phenomena using augmented reality. This app overlays crucial storm data, including tornado and hail probabilities, directly onto your phone's camera view. It features specialized filters and night mode to detect hidden storms, aiding in safety and observation.

Augmented reality storm data overlayTornado and hail probability displayTornado and severe thunderstorm warning alerts
☀️ Weather
(118)
free with in-app purchases
15
WSFA First Alert Weather
WSFA First Alert Weather
WSFA 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 saved locations or current position.

250 meter high-resolution radarFuture radar trackingHigh-resolution satellite imagery
☀️ Weather
(23K)
ad-supported
16
ATsWeatherToGo
ATsWeatherToGo
ATsWeatherToGo
Tornado Prediction, Weather
Free

This app provides advanced weather forecasts, including proprietary tornado predictions up to 20 minutes before development. It offers premium weather data, lightning alerts, and personalized notifications for up to 16 custom locations, all built by a meteorologist for user safety.

Proprietary tornado predictionPremium weather data including lightningCustomizable alerts for 16 locations
☀️ Weather
(4)
free with in-app purchases
17
Tornado Alley Weather Center
Tornado Alley Weather Center
Tornado Alley Weather Center
Severe Weather Forecasts
Free

Track severe weather with precise local conditions and forecasts. Receive live weather alerts and minutely forecasts, with high-resolution radar covering the entire US. Customize your radar view with multiple color schemes.

Precise local conditions and forecastsLive weather alertsMinutely forecast
☀️ Weather
(22)
free with in-app purchases
18
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
19
Storm Radar: Weather Tracker
Storm Radar: Weather Tracker
Storm Radar: Weather Tracker
Weather Radar & NOAA Alerts
Free

This app provides advanced weather radar and storm tracking with real-time alerts for rain, severe weather, and lightning. It offers detailed visualizations of weather patterns, future radar projections, and customizable map layers for tracking storms like hurricanes and tornadoes.

Expanded weather map layers (wind, lightning, tropical tracks)High-resolution single site radarAI Weather Assistant for real-time insights
☀️ Weather
(119K)
freemium
20
WeatherBug Elite
WeatherBug Elite
WeatherBug Elite
Local Weather, Radar, Maps
$49.99

Access hyper-local weather forecasts, real-time radar, and severe weather alerts powered by a global professional weather network. Visualize conditions with 18 weather maps and track lightning, hurricanes, fires, and pollen levels. Get fast, accurate weather information for your daily needs.

Real-time pinpoint forecastsInteractive weather mapsSevere weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(29K)
free

FAQ about Severe Weather App

What is the best severe weather app for iPhone?
Emergency: Severe Weather App tops our severe weather app ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 6.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top severe weather app we rank are free to download, including Emergency: Severe Weather App and WeatherBug: Weather Forecast.
Emergency: Severe Weather App shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 213+ severe weather app on the iOS App Store as of June 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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