Met Office Weather Forecast App (Android) is the official app from the UK’s Meteorological Office, giving you access to up-to-date weather forecasts, severe weather warnings and other vital information. The app provides a wealth of features for checking current conditions or planning ahead for any location in the UK.
Highlights:
• Get real-time updates on current weather conditions such as temperature, wind speed, humidity and more.
• Easily check regional forecast summaries with maps featuring 5 day outlooks and hourly reports.
• Receive live alerts concerning potential adverse weather events with push notifications sent directly to your device.
• Find out what’s happening at home or abroad with detailed global satellite imagery provided by Meteosat Second Generation (MSG).
Features:
• Access detailed local forecasts including sunrise/sunset times, UV index readings and air pollution levels across all locations in the United Kingdom.
• Use interactive charts to compare data sets over time or analyse trends between different areas quickly and easily.
• Stay informed about extreme weather situations through timely severe warnings issued by the Met Office itself.
New Updates:
• Improved performance on Android devices – faster loading times when accessing content like radar images & text forecasts
• Enhanced navigation capabilities within 3D Maps – now supporting pinch & zoom functions
• Updated design for improved readability & intuitive user experience
• Additional support for seven languages beyond English – French, German, Spanish Italian Dutch Norwegian & Welsh
Pros:
• Accurate & reliable source of meteorological data direct from national experts
• Comprehensive range of features accessible free of charge
• Highly customisable interface allows users to tailor their experiences according to preferences
Cons:
Limited scope outside British Isles – no international coverage available
