It’s been a while since I posted about the weather apps I use but it’s time to update with the times. Some apps have disappeared, some were bastardized while others have become personally indispensable.
I’ve broken out my list between websites that are open for everyone and apps (some of which may require subscriptions).
Websites
Windy: Wind map & weather forecast
- Free
- Multiple forecast models
- Including the European models
- Interactive Forecast Map
- Tons of layers
- Can forecast a trip using GPX or KML files
- NOAA NWS
- Source of multiple other weather providers
Ventusky – Wind, Rain and Temperature Maps
- Multiple layers
- Provides ground temperature
- Provides air quality station
- Smoke alerts
- Forecasting available
SunsetWx, LLC – Innovation Beyond the Horizon
- Sunset/Sunrise forecasting
- Vibrance forecasting for photography, etc.
- Static maps
- Climate data for any location
- Includes regional daylight
- Historical data
Apps
- Subscription
- Multiple forecast providers
- Custom Alerting
- Integrated Forecast Map and Radar
- Moon Data
- Tide Data
- AQI
- Customizable interface
- Subscripion
- Direct radar incredible granular display
- What storm chasers use
- Multiple advanced radar views (rotation, radar tilt)
- Free
- Same capabilities as website
- Light Forecasting
- Sunrise
- Sunset
- Twilight
- Moon Phases
- Sun Direction
- Free
- Same capabilities as website
Let me know if you know of any other resources you use in the comments.
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