Additional Weather APPS That We Recommend

 

Weather Timeline

Ideal for: Those who want the essence of The Weather Channel forecasts on their phones

Missing The Weather Channel on mobile platforms? Fret not. This ad-supported, free weather app that mirrors its parent channel offers data and the familiar classic feel. Data displayed includes visibility, wind, and temperature on hourly and daily bases, along with interactive maps which display the most uptodate Doppler radar data, and therefore showcase accurate and relevant weather alerts – both general and severe. Additionally, users can use social sharing features to upload and share images and other media across social platforms.

Price: Free

 

RadarScope

Ideal for: Anyone who love data – and requires to have all kinds of data available at hand

Ideal for data geeks who prefer to have every single piece of information that they can possibly have on an event, RadarScope is an ideal app. Armed with a rather suprising amount of high-res data, the app displays the most up-to-date forecasts and does a marvelous job of keeping track of severe weather warnings and possible occurences. Self-descrived as the best “for weather enthusiasts and meteorologists,” the app comes with a price tag to boot. But those who have made the leap have not been disappointed. The app’s effectivess is rooted in the fact that its radar data is sourced from Terminal Doppler Weather Radar (TDWR) and “next-generation radar” (NEXRAD) – both creations of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. In layman terms, that’s the source professional weather forecasters use.

Price: $10

 

Flowx

Ideal for: Those who prefer to have a weather app that is accurate as well as pleasing aesthetically

Viewing data at a stretch can get really boring – even if its vital and useful. Flowx helps users get into the flow (pun unintended) of viewing data as a dynamic entity by transforming them into mesmerizing, aesthetically suiting, yet highly functional visualizations. Vital information like humidity, precipitation and temperature levels are displayed in a number of ways in the app – users can pick the visualization they prefer. The app also sports a highly-detailed radar map that allows users to jump backwards as well as forwards in time.

Price: FREE (Android only)

 

Carrot Weather

Ideal for: Those who want an accurate yet casual way to look at weather forecasts

For anyone looking for an app that does the basics best – look no further. Carrot Weather is an app that takes the phrase, “basic, functional and straightforward” to a whole new level. There is graphic on the top to give users an “at a glance” view for short-term forecasts, along with meteorological data that the user by the hour, day and week. Other data, such as temperature, humidity and wind speed also have their own slots.

That’s not to say that the app fails to keep its users coming back to use it – for instance, it uses perky film references and quips alongside its data to keep users entertained and interested, without going over the top.

Price: FREE (Android); $5 (iOS)

 

Weather Underground

Ideal for: Those who need/have to adjust their activities according to weather conditions

Armed with a simple, buoyant and intuitive interface and well-put and smart features, Weather Underground gives its users the ability to access weather forecasts on the go. Brimming with features, the app displays vital and practically useful data such as sunrise and sunset times, ski resort reports, weather forecasts, and severe weather alerts. Additionally, the app has its own “smart forecast” feature, which is very useful for those pursuing outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or running. All the user needs to do is describe characteristics of the weather most suited to their outdoor activity, and the app will suggest when that weather will be most eminent.

Price: FREE

 

Dark Sky

Ideal for: Those looking for accurate, no-nonsense short-term local weather forecasts

An app that has created its own niche in making accurate local weather predictions, Dark Sky makes smart and clever use of algorithms and data readings to offer short-term local forecasts. The app is intuitive, yet packed with a lot of data, from daily and weekly forecasts, wind levels, and temperature levels to radar views. The app also has a time machine feature that allows users to take a look at weather conditions – this applies to past as well as future dates. What really makes it stand out, however, is its sheer accuracy when it comes to predicting and tracking oncoming storms.

All said and done, Dark Sky also offers long-term forecasts that cover a much wider area and are just as accurate as their short-term counterparts.

Price: $3/year (Android); $4/year (iOS)