What do you expect from a weather app? Presumably that it shows the most precise weather forecast possible and the current weather situation. Many apps also have other features, such as the display of the felt temperature compared to the real temperature. A UV index can also be present. In the following you will find out which apps bring these functions with them.
Pre-installed software
Even if the preinstalled software on your smartphone may not always offer the best weather forecast, it should still be included in this list. Because the app is free and requires no effort - all you have to do is share your location. Weather apps are available, for example, on Samsung devices via Bixby or on the iPhone as " weather apps ". The range of functions varies depending on the manufacturer, but basically all offer a view of the current weather including temperature and a forecast for the next few days.
Apps from the AppStore / PlayStore
Overdrop
The free version of Overdrop offers you all the necessary basic functions, such as weather forecasts, a weather radar with map and severe weather warnings. In Overdrop you choose one of two weather services, namely AccuWeather and WeatherBit. You can also use a widget to get the current weather directly on your home screen. Another plus point of Overdrop: Even if a location approval is necessary for a specific weather forecast, Overdrop does not pass the data on to third parties. So you can share your location without worrying about privacy. A paid version is available for € 1.49 a month or € 14.99 a year. This brings a few additional functions that are not absolutely necessary for a good weather report..
Overdrop shows you the current weather in a colorful design. wetter.com
wetter.com is a free weather app. In addition to the current weather, you can also have different forecasts for several days in advance. The built-in rain radar warns you in good time of the next shower. And if a storm is pending, you will also be warned - even by push message if you wish. wetter.com also offers you the option of displaying the current weather situation directly as a widget on the home screen. There is also a paid version of the wetter.com app. This is available for € 0.59 a month or € 5.49 a year. In addition to a few small additional functions, this gives you the freedom to advertise.
In wetter.com you get an exact display of the current and upcoming weather at your location. Weather Online
Weather Online provides you with current weather forecasts and a weather trend for up to 14 days. You can see the weather not only at your current location, but also worldwide in the live weather radar, depending on the location. So that you don't get wet, the app has a rain radar. Of course, you will also receive severe weather warnings. So that you are always up to date, you can place a weather widget from Wetter Online directly on your home screen. So you always stay up to date. The app also provides you with further information, for example the current pollen count or the water temperature at coastal locations. Ski enthusiasts will also get their money's worth: information on snow depths is integrated into the relevant season. The paid version can be purchased for € 0.59 or € 6.99.With this you can activate the freedom of advertising and additional functions, which are not absolutely necessary for a normal weather forecast..
Weather Online gives you an accurate forecast for your current location Windy.com
Windy offers you a multitude of functions in the free version. In addition to detailed weather forecasts for various locations, you will find, for example, wind and weather forecasts for sports, current weather webcam recordings and a rain and wind radar. Satellite images and tide forecasts are also included. The app advertises free of charge and ad free, but still offers in-app purchases for additional functions.
In Windy you can directly display a map with the current weather data. Apps from the German Weather Service
The German Weather Service (DWD) actually offers three different weather apps. These are all available for iOS and Android and some are chargeable. With the DWD WarnWetter app you can view different areas on a map of Germany and check whether there is a warning for these areas due to severe weather or even from disaster control. In the basic version you can only access the data on dangerous situations. For € 1.99 the full version is activated, which gives you access to weather forecasts, precipitation radar and a few other functions.
This is what the storm warning app from the German Weather Service looks like. The second of the DWD apps is the DWD Health Weather app . This costs 99 cents and informs you about all weather data that could be relevant to health. These include, for example, the UV index, current pollen count and official heat warnings. There are also predictions for weather sensitivity. In addition to the preset warnings, individual settings and push warnings can also be configured.
The third app from the German Weather Service is the DWD FlugWetter app . This is actually only important for pilots and can only be used after a fee-based registration with the DWD itself. In this app you will find current overviews for flight weather conditions, radar recordings and much more.
The Weather Channel
The free weather app from The Weather Channel shows you reliably the current and upcoming weather. You can also see local temperatures and a rain radar. In addition, there are live severe weather warnings so that you can protect yourself or get to safety in good time. Using the integrated running index, you can plan the perfect jogging route based on the weather so that you are not surprised by the rain. An allergy calendar is also included. The basic version of the app is free, the ad-free premium version costs between € 5.49 per month and € 32.99 per year, depending on the subscription model.
The Weather Channel's weather app looks so clear. Weather apps for iOS exclusively
Weather +
With Weather + you can call up your weather forecasts very conveniently - whether for the next few days or just for the next few hours. In addition to the current weather, you can also display additional information such as humidity, wind direction and speed or the probability of rain. Other features include a digital clock and dark mode. The app is available for all iOS devices and the basic version with advertising is free of charge. The premium version with additional functions and no advertising costs € 8.99 per year.
AlertsPro
The weather app AlertsPro is not a direct weather app per se , but warns you of impending storms. That means, regardless of whether there are thunderstorms with heavy rain or heat waves with drought: You can prepare and protect yourself in good time. Push notifications can be configured as required so that you are always informed in a timely manner. This app is not only useful for the home environment, but can also help on vacation. Basically, AlertsPro is available free of charge. For the premium version you pay € 1.99 for 3 months or € 8.99 for 12 months of use.