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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
Cool trick to get your iPhone to warn you right before it rains
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.
But what if you want to receive alerts when it’s about to rain? Well, if you have been looking for an app just like that, you don’t have to search very far. You already have one on your Apple device. A little-known update in the latest version of iOS 15 is there to help.