The Weather Network
The Weather Network: An all-around Android weather app with long-range forecasts, layered maps and official warnings. Ranked #1 of 62 in Weather Apps for Android by our editors (9.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for broad forecasts, radar and alerts.
At a glance
- Editor score9.3 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forBroad forecasts, radar and alerts
- Free planYes
- Severe-weather alertsYes
- Facts checked3 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Hourly, 7-day and 14-day local and travel forecasts
- Radar and satellite maps include precipitation, wind, fire and highway layers
- Severe-weather alerts, government warnings and air-quality reports
Where it doesn't
- Android pricing for paid features is not established here
- General-purpose coverage may be more than users need for a single weather task
- Support channels are limited to email and documentation
Our verdict on The Weather Network
The Weather Network brings forecasts, current observations and weather maps together in an Android app for people who want both a quick local outlook and more context for changing conditions. It covers local and travel weather with hourly, 7-day and 14-day views, and includes severe-weather alerts, government warnings, air-quality information and a customizable home- and lock-screen widget. Its broad scope suits everyday checking as well as monitoring conditions before travel or outdoor plans.
Forecast depth is complemented by live radar and satellite maps with layers for precipitation, temperature, wind, fire, clouds and highway conditions. Precipitation start and stop time graphs add a more immediate view of incoming weather, while UV and allergy reports extend the app beyond temperature and rain. The Google Play listing says forecast data updates every 15 minutes. Weather news and video provide additional context, though users looking only for a simple forecast may not need the wider set of tools.
The app is freemium and has a free plan. Google Play confirms in-app purchases, but the published subscription pricing article describes iOS plans, not Android pricing, so it does not establish an Android subscription cost. Support is listed through email and documentation. Choose The Weather Network if you want forecasts, map layers and alerts in one Android app; consider a narrower option if you only need a basic local forecast or a clearly stated Android subscription price before deciding.
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The Weather Network pricing
The Weather Network fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Minimum Android version | Not verified |
| Forecast horizon | 14 days |
| Radar layers | Yes |
| Severe-weather alerts | Yes |
| Weather focus | General |
| Update interval | 15 minutes |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | Android |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | theweathernetwork.com |
| Facts checked | 3 Oct 2026 |
Alternatives to The Weather Network
- The Weather ChannelA general-purpose Android forecast app with radar, storm alerts and air-quality data.9.2
- Met Office Weather ForecastA free Android weather app with detailed local forecasts and a UK outlook up to 28 days.9.1
- YrA free Android weather app with detailed forecasts and five-minute radar nowcasts.9.0
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