Best Stargazing Weather Apps

199+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated June 2026

Looking for free stargazing weather apps? 17 of our 199+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Stargazing Weather

Sky Live: Heavens Above Viewer#1

Sky Live: Heavens Above Viewer by Vito Technology Inc.

Watch Skies: Stargazing App
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.6😊(14K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Plan your stargazing adventures and capture stunning photos of the night sky. Get real-time weather, visibility scores, and a unique hourly stargazing index based on multiple criteria. Discover what planets, stars, and constellations are visible from your location.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Useful for stargazing and astronomy
  • 🔭 Provides information on sky conditions and visibility
  • 🌌 Beautiful images and visuals
  • 🕰️ Accurate in predicting sky conditions

Room to Improve

  • 🌐 Limited location options
  • 💰 Paywall for full features
  • 🕰️ Inaccurate or outdated sky condition forecasts
Good To Stargaze#2

Good To Stargaze by Matthew LLOYD

Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.2(9 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a comprehensive tool to determine the best times for stargazing. It offers detailed forecasts for weather, seeing conditions, transparency, and light pollution. Ideal for both amateur and professional astronomers using any viewing equipment.

AccuWeather: Weather Forecast#3

AccuWeather: Weather Forecast by AccuWeather International, Inc.

Local radar & storm tracker
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.6😐(1.5M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#2in Weather
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Accurate weather forecasts
  • 🔍 Detailed weather information
  • 📊 Reliable data source
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🔄 Inconsistent forecast accuracy
  • 🕰️ Cluttered and confusing navigation
  • 💰 Excessive paid subscription requirements

More Stargazing Weather apps to explore

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Scope Nights Astronomy Weather
Scope Nights Astronomy Weather
Scope Nights Astronomy Weather
Custom Stargazing Forecasts
$6.99

This app provides custom forecasts for stargazing, helping astronomers and astrophotographers find the clearest, darkest skies. It analyzes weather data to show optimal observing times and locations, including light pollution maps and dark sky site information.

Custom stargazing forecastsSmart observing ratingsLight pollution map
☀️ Weather
(743)
paid
5
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide
Constellation Star Finder App
Free

Explore the night sky with this astronomy app. Identify celestial objects, discover upcoming astronomical events, and track their positions. Customize your view, set reminders, and access detailed information for a personalized stargazing experience.

Real-time interactive sky mapAugmented reality modeTime Machine for past/future positions
🔍 Reference
(73K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Ventusky: Weather Forecast
Ventusky: Weather Forecast
Ventusky: Weather Forecast
Forecast, Rain & Storm Tracker
Free

Get hyper-accurate weather forecasts, live radar, and storm tracking with this app. It combines multiple global weather models and over 40,000 webcams for detailed planning, from daily activities to professional use. Receive customizable alerts and view data across 16 altitudes.

Hyperlocal 14-day weather forecast80+ weather mapsLive radar and lightning detection
☀️ Weather
(35K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Starglow: Stargazing Forecast
Starglow: Stargazing Forecast
Starglow: Stargazing Forecast
Check astronomy weather
Free

This app provides detailed astronomy weather forecasts, including cloud coverage, visibility, and optimal viewing times for celestial events. It helps users plan their stargazing, planet watching, and satellite spotting sessions.

Detailed cloud coverage forecastsReal-time visibility conditionsHour-by-hour viewing quality predictions
☀️ Weather
(11)
free with in-app purchases
8
Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live
Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live
Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live
Stars and Planets Tracker AR
$2.99

Explore the night sky with this augmented reality stargazing app. Point your device to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations, and celestial events in real-time. Discover astronomical news and plan your observations with a comprehensive sky map.

Real-time sky mapAugmented reality mode3D constellation models
📚 Education
(67K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
(397K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Weather - Weather forecast
Weather - Weather forecast
Weather - Weather forecast
Live weather & local weather
Free

Get real-time weather updates for your location or anywhere globally. This free app offers hourly and 7-day forecasts, including temperature, humidity, wind, and UV index. Plan your day with sunrise/sunset times and detailed meteorological data.

Live local and global weatherHourly and 7-day forecastsDetailed meteorological data
☀️ Weather
(2.2K)
free with in-app purchases
11
(Not Boring) Weather
(Not Boring) Weather
(Not Boring) Weather
Simple Design & Live Widgets
Free

Experience weather forecasts with a visually stunning, game-inspired interface. Get detailed, accurate local data, minute-by-minute predictions, and real-time widgets. Customize your app with unique icons and skins, and enjoy fun surprises.

3D video game-inspired UIMinute-by-minute forecastsReal-time home screen widgets
☀️ Weather
(15K)
freemium
12
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
13
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
14
HeyWeather: Accurate Forecast
HeyWeather: Accurate Forecast
HeyWeather: Accurate Forecast
Weather Maps, Alerts, Widgets
Free

Get detailed, personalized weather forecasts with customizable widgets and real-time notifications. Explore interactive weather maps, track air quality, and view astronomical data. Supports multiple languages and accessibility features.

16-day daily and 400-hour hourly forecastsInteractive radar and weather mapsCustomizable home and lock screen widgets
☀️ Weather
(5.8K)
freemium
15
Meet Star Gazers
Meet Star Gazers
Meet Star Gazers
Best Locations for Stargazing
Free

Discover optimal stargazing spots with detailed location information, including sky quality, accessibility, and amenities. Access light pollution maps, weather forecasts, and lunar data to enhance your astronomical observations.

Best stargazing location finderDetailed location characteristicsLight pollution map
🗺️ Navigation
(11)
free
16
First Alert 4 Weather
First Alert 4 Weather
First Alert 4 Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get hyper-local weather updates with high-resolution radar and satellite imagery. Receive severe weather alerts and detailed daily/hourly forecasts for your favorite locations or current position.

250 meter high-resolution radarFuture radar trackingHigh-resolution satellite imagery
☀️ Weather
(24K)
ad-supported
17
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Your Free Path to the Stars
Free

Explore the cosmos with a real-time sky map. Point your device to identify stars, planets, and constellations. Discover celestial events and learn about the universe with detailed information and 3D models.

Real-time sky map3D constellation modelsTime machine feature
📚 Education
(93K)
free with in-app purchases
18
iCSC: Clear Sky Chart Viewer
iCSC: Clear Sky Chart Viewer
iCSC: Clear Sky Chart Viewer
Astronomy forecasts for all
Free

This app provides detailed 48-hour sky forecasts for astronomical observation. It helps users find optimal locations and times for clear, dark skies by displaying data on cloud cover, transparency, and more. Save your favorite charts for quick access.

48-hour sky forecastsCloud cover, transparency, seeing dataSearch by location or map
☀️ Weather
(1.5K)
free
19
Xasteria Plus - Astro Weather
Xasteria Plus - Astro Weather
Xasteria Plus - Astro Weather
Forecasts for stargazers
$0.99

This app provides detailed weather forecasts and tools specifically for stargazers. It integrates multiple weather sources and offers specialized features like night-vision mode and lunar calendars. Access real-time astronomical data and satellite imagery to plan your celestial observations.

Multiple weather source integration (Apple Weather, MET Norway)Night-vision mode with dimmerLunar calendar with Sun/Moon graphs
☀️ Weather
(36)
paid
20
Weather ۬
Weather ۬
Weather ۬
The Forecast Channel & Network
Free

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.

Hourly and 10-day forecastsLive precipitation radarStorm tracking (hurricanes, tornadoes)
☀️ Weather
(272K)
freemium