meteoblue
Multi-model forecasts with a meteogram showing how confident the models actually are, which most weather apps quietly decline to admit.
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How to get the most from it
meteoblue sits in Weather Watching under Wander, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something useful and brainy.
About this category: Wind maps, radar loops, satellite imagery and forecast models that look extraordinary regardless of whether you need to know about rain.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- Getting something practical done
- Giving your brain a workout
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
meteoblue: quick answers
Is meteoblue free?
Yes. meteoblue is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use meteoblue?
No. You can use meteoblue without signing up for anything.
Does meteoblue work on a phone?
Yes. meteoblue works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is meteoblue safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does meteoblue take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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