Windy.com - Weather Forecast

Windy.com is a truly invaluable weather forecast app. Download the free Android version and compare a variety of different forecast models. Windy.com provides users with weather news and the latest forecast data, allowing you to fully understand global weather conditions and monitor temperature, wind direction, and other changes anytime, anywhere. Windy.com provides reliable and accurate forecast information to millions of users, offering intuitive and detailed weather maps. Check your area's weather forecasts and enjoy incredibly accurate data!

Brilliant Highlights 

All leading weather forecast models: ECMWF, NOAA's GFS,

Several local weather models: NEMS, ICON, Arome, and NAM

High-resolution satellite composites

Forecast model comparisons

+40 global weather maps

Weather radar coverage for many locations around the world

16 altitude levels from the ground to 13.5 km/FL450

Metric or Imperial units

Detailed weather forecast for any location (temperature, rain and snow accumulation, wind speed, gusts, and direction)

Detailed aeronautical and meteorological charts

Weather maps: temperature and dew point, wind speed and gusts, pressure, precipitation, cloud cover by altitude

Altitude and time zone information, sunrise and sunset times for any location

Customizable list of favorite locations (with the option to create email alerts for upcoming weather conditions)

Nearby weather stations (live weather observations - reported wind direction, speed, and temperature)

ICAO and IATA searchable database of over 50,000 stations Airports, including runway information, decoded and original METAR, TAF, and NOTAM

1,500+ paragliding locations

Detailed wind and wave forecasts for any kite or surfing spot

Webcams

Tide forecasts

Topographic maps from Mapy.cz and satellite imagery from Here Maps

English + 40 other world languages

...and more

Amazing Function 

Access all forecast models at once

Windy brings you all the world's leading weather forecast models: the global ECMWF and GFS, as well as local NEMS, AROME, and ICON (for Europe) and NAM (for the US).

40 Weather Maps

From wind, rain, temperature, and pressure to sea waves or the CAPE index, Windy puts all convenient weather maps at your fingertips.

Satellite and Doppler Radar

Global satellite composites are provided by NOAA, EUMETSAT, and Himawari. Imagery is available every 5-15 minutes (depending on the region). Doppler radar covers most of Europe, America, Asia, and Australia.

Points of Interest

Windy lets you display observed wind and temperature, forecasted weather, airports worldwide, over 1,500 paragliding locations, or nearby webcams on the map.

Fully Customizable

Add your favorite weather maps to the quick menu, customize the color palette of any layer, and access advanced options in the settings. All these features make Windy the go-to tool for weather enthusiasts.

Awesome Features 

Interactive Weather Map

Unlike other apps, Windy allows users to interact with the app not only through the app but also through the website, making the user experience easier and more convenient than ever. Windy stands out not only for its cross-platform support, but also for the ability to interact with the weather map and many different data layers, such as clouds, rain, snow, wind, temperature, and air pressure (not just real-time data). The developers also prioritized user-friendliness when developing the app, offering additional customization features to optimize for individual user needs and ease of use.

Intuitive Weather Visualization: Unlike other weather apps, Windy boasts a rich feature set while maintaining a user-friendly interface, making it easy for anyone to use. It also offers additional customization modes, making the interactive experience incredibly convenient, allowing users to clearly understand and analyze weather information and make appropriate decisions, such as preparing for unforeseen weather events or planning outdoor activities, especially those at sea.

Customizable Forecast Layers: Furthermore, the app features a unique UI design, featuring a layered layout that includes information such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and air pressure. Other weather factors are visualized at different locations on the map, allowing users to clearly grasp the necessary information and adjust their plans accordingly.

Multi-Altitude Weather Data: The app displays not only small details but also a broad range of weather conditions at different altitudes, up to 13.5 kilometers above the ground.

Forecast Models

Windy is not only an app that provides detailed weather information and forecasts, but also offers a range of forecast models to help users better understand climate and weather changes. Models are a core pillar of any weather forecast app, as they use calculations and simulations based on existing past and present weather data to predict future weather. Windy.com uses a variety of forecast models from various sources, including complex mathematical models such as those from the ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts), the GFS (Global Forecast System), and ICON (Integrated Weather and Climate Model System), among many others.

Global and Local Models: In addition to providing users with access to leading global models such as the GFS (Global Forecast System), ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts), and ICON (Integrated Weather and Climate Models), the app also features numerous local models, such as the North American Mesoscale (NAM)—a local North American weather forecast model—and the HRRR (High Resolution Rapid Refresh)—a local weather forecast model method with high resolution and rapid update rates.

Model Comparison Tool: Windy not only offers a wide range of models but also allows for model comparison, selection of the fastest and most accurate model, and model conversion. This significantly saves time, eliminating the need to hesitate over which model to choose each time.

Extended Forecast Range: Not only does it guarantee accurate forecasts for one day out, but it also provides information for the next 16 days; this is a significant advantage. This is particularly useful for those planning long trips or those with busy schedules and flexible work schedules.

User's Comments

This is by far the best weather app. I've been using it for about five years or so and it was good when I first started using it but with the continuous updates it is the only weather app I would consider using. All the weather information you could ask for, plus air quality maps, drought monitoring, fire risk, tides, and numerous other weather and climate related maps. You can also customize to fit your exact needs Try it to experience how good it really is.

Hands down the best weather app out there. And $30 for a whole year? what a deal! Occasionally I'll go boating and fishing with my friends and when I do we always use the windy app to check the forecast because it is extremely accurate. It gives you different models to choose from so you can compare. It has at least 50 different layers for things like wind, sea state, sea temperature. everything. And even if you don't pay for the year subscription, the free version is awesome as well!

My go to app for the weather. I am an open water swimmer and it's important to me to be able to have reliable info even for places that have no name on the map. This app delivers fantastically! If I needed to keep only one subscription Windy would be it without any second thoughts.

Final Thoughts

Windy.com is a weather app packed with useful features and information you won't want to miss. It's especially noteworthy for its ability to easily find detailed information about a specific location and compare multiple forecast models. There's nothing better than being able to see the weather in your area in real time via satellite and receive notifications when the weather changes.