⛈️ Tell me the weather: Type “weather” into the address bar at the top of Chrome on the desktop to see a mini forecast — you don’t even need to hit Enter. Want to see the conditions somewhere else? Just add a place name after “weather.”
The 5 best weather apps for iPhone and Android
While you can look out the window, it would be nice to prepare for your day based on the weather. Will you need a sweater? Should you bring an umbrella to work? What if you’re going on a trip? It would be nice to know what you’re walking into. Tap or click here for five smart travel tips to keep you safe.
Well, not only is there an app for that, but there are several! Whether going on vacation or getting married next weekend, you want to have the most updated weather information at your fingertips.
The good news is there’s no need to search for weather apps that fit your needs. We’ve done the hard work for you. Here are the best weather apps available for both Apple and Android devices.
1. AccuWeather
AccuWeather has a desktop version you can access from your browser. There is also a free app supported by ads, or you can go premium after a 7-day free trial. Download AccuWeather for iOS here. Or get it for Android here.
It includes typical features, including an hourly forecast. But with a few added options exclusive to its app, more features include:
- Customize the app to tell you to bring a jacket or an umbrella.
- Hourly temperature forecasts, including ‘Real Feel’ temperatures in the sun or shade.
- Varied allergy levels for the day so you can adjust accordingly based on pollen levels.
2. CARROT Weather
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Checking to see what the weather will be like, you thankfully no longer have to page through the local newspaper. You can get all the information you need on your phone, and here are five of the best weather apps for iOS and Android.
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There are plenty of weather apps available with varying degrees of functionality. Most of them will give you basic information like the temperature, humidity and the forecast for the next few days.
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When you have a great weather app, you want to keep it around as long as possible. Unfortunately, sometimes the apps leave you instead, as is the case with Dark Sky right now.
Dark Sky isn’t leaving everyone, just Android users. Apple bought the fan favorite, and it’s set to disappear from Android devices for good come August. You can mourn it leaving (or, really, just no longer working) your phone as long as necessary. But eventually, you’ll need a new weather app. Click or tap here for some starting options.