Windy.com is a powerful and visually stunning weather forecasting tool trusted by professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Unlike typical weather apps, Windy brings together multiple global and local forecast models, high-resolution satellite imagery, and radar visuals, making it the go-to platform for anyone needing precise, professional-grade weather information. Its smooth, intuitive interface turns weather tracking into an experience—not a chore.
All Leading Forecast Models in One Place
Windy integrates the world’s most accurate global and local weather models, including:
· Global Models: ECMWF, GFS by NOAA, ICON
· Local Models: NEMS, AROME, ICON EU & ICON-D2 (Europe), NAM & HRRR (USA), ACCESS (Australia)
This means you get the full picture from multiple reliable sources—ideal for comparing predictions and planning accordingly.
51 Detailed Weather Maps
From wind speed and precipitation to pressure, wave height, CAPE index, and more, Windy provides 51 different weather maps. These visual tools help you better understand current and forecasted conditions, both globally and locally.
Satellite & Doppler Radar
Access high-resolution satellite composites sourced from NOAA, EUMETSAT, and Himawari. Doppler radar coverage includes large areas of Europe, America, Asia, and Australia, helping you track storms and precipitation in near real-time.
Points of Interest & Real-Time Data
Windy lets you view real-time wind and temperature observations, plus data from:
· 50,000+ Airports (with runway info, decoded/raw METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs)
· Nearby weather stations
· 55,000+ live weather webcams
· 1,500+ paragliding spots
All of this can be seen on a fully interactive map, giving you incredible situational awareness.
Fully Customizable
Tailor your experience by:
· Adding your favorite weather layers to a quick menu
· Customizing color palettes for each map layer
· Creating alerts for your favorite locations
· Choosing between metric or imperial units
· Accessing advanced forecast tools like Airgrams and Meteograms
With options to suit casual users and weather pros, Windy is the ultimate tool for weather geeks.
Cross-Platform & Mobile Friendly
Windy is available on web, mobile apps, and now with a Wear OS version (including Forecast, Radar, Tiles, and Complication). Access your favorite maps and alerts anytime, anywhere.
FAQs
1. Is Windy.com really free to use?
Yes! Windy.com is completely free and ad-free. All features, including pro-level forecast models and maps, are available to everyone.
2. Which forecast models does Windy support?
Windy offers global models like ECMWF, GFS, ICON, and local models like HRRR, NAM, AROME, ICON-D2, and ACCESS for hyper-local accuracy.
3. Can I customize the map and forecast layers?
Absolutely. You can customize map layers, color palettes, units, and create a quick-access menu for your favorite features.
4. Does Windy show real-time radar and satellite data?
Yes, Windy provides high-res satellite composites updated every 5–15 minutes, and Doppler radar coverage in many regions worldwide.
5. Can I get alerts for weather changes?
Yes. Set mobile or email alerts for specific conditions at your favorite locations, so you're always prepared for changes.
Version History
v46.0.4—12 Jul, 2025
Storm Alerts - notifications of lightning near the user
Heavy Rain Alerts - notifications based on radar data
Radar Coverage Expansion
Custom color scale for dew point
Seamless zoom satellite and radar+ experience
CAP Alerts are now included in weather detail and homepage
Tons of other fixes
v45.1.3—26 Apr, 2025
NEW
- VFR Airspace Map under Airports POI
- Easily migrate favorites to alerts
- Compare 15-day forecasts across models
IMPROVED
- Optimized Radar+ for better performance and lower memory usage
- Set more elaborate thresholds for rain and snow alerts
- Faster Radar+ animation loading
- More notification settings for better customization
v45.0.6—28 Mar, 2025
NEW
- VFR Airspace Map under Airports POI
- Easily migrate favorites to alerts
- Compare 15-day forecasts across models
IMPROVED
- Optimized Radar+ for better performance and lower memory usage
- Set more elaborate thresholds for rain and snow alerts
- Faster Radar+ animation loading
- More notification settings for better customization
