The Weather Channel: The World’s Most Accurate and Trusted Forecaster

Protect what matters with hyper-local radar, 15-minute rain updates, and personalized health alerts designed for your family's safety and peace of mind.

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The Weather Channel

Precision at a Glance

Discover the interface used by 48M+ users.

A radar map on The Weather Channel app displaying a 24-hour future snowfall forecast for winter storm tracking.

The Weather Channel app displaying a heavy snow forecast and intensity outlook for Denver

The Weather Channel app displaying detailed snowfall probabilities and predicted accumulation charts for the next 12 hours.

iPhone lock screen showing The Weather Channel widgets and weather alerts

A smartphone showing The Weather Channel app with customizable current conditions tiles including precipitation, humidity, and UV index

The Weather Channel app interface for planning winter activities like hiking and snowboarding.

A woman applying sunscreen with a chart showing the weather's impact on skin health including dry skin and sunburn risk levels.

The Weather Channel app interface showing a regional air quality map and detailed pollen forecast for grass tree and ragweed

The Weather Channel app interface showing weather news videos and temperature outlook map

Stay Ahead of Every Storm

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 48M+ users.

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Hyper-Local Rain Precision

Get 15-minute rain intensity forecasts and future radar up to 7 hours ahead, so you never get caught in the rain.

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Real-Time Severe Alerts

Stay safe with expert-verified warnings for hurricanes, tornadoes, and extreme heat delivered directly to your home screen.

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Personalized Health Insights

Manage allergies and outdoor activities with detailed pollen counts, UV index tracking, and air quality forecasts.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 48M+ people who love this app.

"As a parent dealing with seasonal allergies, the air quality and pollen trackers are essential. I never leave the house without checking the 15-minute rain forecast first. It has saved us from so many soggy playground trips!"

Sarah M.

"The most reliable tool for storm tracking. The future radar helps me protect my property and stay ahead of severe weather events with total confidence. It is significantly more accurate than the default apps."

David R.

About the app

Everything you need to know about The Weather Channel - Radar.

Description

The Weather Channel is the World's Most Accurate Forecaster*. In addition to our daily forecasts, hourly details and 24-Hour Future Radar, you also can personalize your weather preferences from skin health to air quality index forecast and more. Our live Doppler radar maps, storm watch, and storm tracker can warn you ahead of time of severe storms, heavy rain, or heat waves. Monitor our air quality index to stay updated during this allergy season. Severe weather is increasing across the nation - our severe weather alerts have you covered. Today’s Weather Forecast: Plan up to 15 days in advance with forecasts from the World’s Most Accurate Weather Forecaster, so you can plan ahead with confidence*. Manage personal weather alerts, so you receive notifications that are important to you. Download The Weather Channel to get you through storm season & extreme weather warnings. The Weather Channel Features: - New personalized weather tracking for wherever you are including, uv index, pollen count, humidity & more - 15-minute forecast for rain intensity up to 7 hours in the future & radar on your homescreen - Check weather forecasts up to two weeks in advance! - Prepare for severe storms - Air Quality Index forecast Widget & Homescreen Features: - Our smart widget offers more weather in detail at a glance and one-tap access to the forecast - Check your local radar, get severe weather alerts in your area, and check the forecast for the next three hours on your homescreen Additional Features: - Detailed information on sunset times and allergy & flu forecasts - Keep informed with the latest weather news - Stay prepared during extreme weather events with live breaking news alerts --- Upgrade to The Weather Channel Premium for our most comprehensive, dynamic, and precise weather experience available. Exclusive access to: - Ad-free weather - 15-minute forecast details - Advanced 72-Hour Future Radar - Air Travel weather updates - Probabilistic snowfall - and more! You can cancel The Weather Channel subscription anytime through your App Store account settings, or it will automatically renew. This must be done 24 hours before the end of any subscription period to avoid being charged another fee. Subscription payments will be charged to your App Store account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Privacy & Feedback •Our Privacy Policy can be viewed here: https://weather.com/en-US/twc/privacy-policy •Our Terms of Use can be viewed here: http://www.weather.com/common/home/legal.html •If you have any questions or suggestions about our weather service, please do not hesitate to get in touch at iphonesupport@weather.com *The Weather Channel is the World's Most Accurate Forecaster. According ForecastWatch, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview, 2021-2024, https://forecastwatch.com/AccuracyOverview2021-2024, commissioned by The Weather Company. **The Weather Channel is the Most Trusted News Source In America. According to a YouGov 2024 Trust in Media poll: https://today.yougov.com/politics/articles/49552-trust-in-media-2024-which-news-outlets-americans-trust The Weather Channel® is a registered trademark of The Weather Company, LLC 2024.

Latest Version

15.27

Size

292.8 MB

First Released

Nov 9, 2008

Stay Ahead of the Storm with the World’s Most Accurate Forecaster

Join over 48 million users who trust America’s most reliable source for hyper-local alerts, 15-minute rain updates, and essential health insights.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about The Weather Channel - Radar

What is The Weather Channel - Radar app?

Yes, The Weather Channel app is the World's Most Accurate Forecaster, providing daily, hourly, and 15-day forecasts. It includes features like live Doppler radar, storm tracking, and personalized weather preferences.

How far in advance can The Weather Channel app forecast the weather?

The Weather Channel app allows users to plan up to 15 days in advance with its extended forecast feature. This helps users confidently prepare for future weather conditions.

Does The Weather Channel - Radar app provide live radar maps?

Yes, The Weather Channel app provides live Doppler radar maps, a 24-Hour Future Radar, and even an advanced 72-Hour Future Radar for Premium subscribers to track storms.

Can I track snowfall with The Weather Channel app?

Yes, The Weather Channel app enables users to track winter storms. It offers 24-hour future radar for snowfall, snowfall probabilities, and snowfall amounts for various timeframes.

Does The Weather Channel app offer severe weather alerts?

Yes, The Weather Channel app provides severe weather alerts. It includes storm watch, storm tracker, and live breaking news alerts to keep users informed during extreme weather events.

Can I personalize weather information in The Weather Channel - Radar app?

Yes, The Weather Channel app allows personalization of weather preferences. Users can track UV index, pollen count, humidity, air quality, and even see weather's effect on skin health.

What kind of notifications does The Weather Channel app provide?

The Weather Channel app provides personalized weather notifications. These include snow alerts, general weather change alerts, and severe weather warnings directly to the user's device.

Does The Weather Channel app include an Air Quality Index forecast?

Yes, The Weather Channel app includes an Air Quality Index (AQI) forecast. It allows users to monitor air quality to stay updated, especially during allergy seasons.

What premium features are available in The Weather Channel - Radar app?

The Weather Channel Premium offers an ad-free experience, detailed 15-minute forecasts, an advanced 72-Hour Future Radar, Air Travel weather updates, and probabilistic snowfall forecasts.

How do I cancel my subscription to The Weather Channel Premium?

To cancel a subscription to The Weather Channel Premium, users must do so through their App Store account settings. Cancellation must occur 24 hours before the end of any subscription period to avoid being charged.

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