Severe Weather Intelligence
Professional-grade radar with AI-enhanced forecasts that tell you exactly when weather hits your location.
Download free on iOS and Android.
Join 100,000+ people watching the weather smarter.
Downloads
100K+
Growing
Across iOS + Android
Alerts Delivered
10M
Growing
Minute-by-minute precision
Live Monitoring
24/7
Live
Real-time radar + storms
Radar, forecasts, alerts — on every device
iOS · Android
Mobile App
Native iOS and Android apps with real-time weather tracking, advanced radar, and instant notifications for severe weather.
Any Device
Web Dashboard
Access your weather on any device. Web dashboard syncs seamlessly with your mobile app for complete flexibility.
Minute-by-Minute
Advanced Detection
Minute-by-minute precipitation tracking with state-of-the-art detection of rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain, and mixed precipitation types.
Custom Thresholds
Smart Alerts
Custom alerts for your exact location. Only get notified when conditions match your thresholds.
Get the apps
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Features
Every radar, satellite, lightning, and model layer — and exactly which plan unlocks each.
3D Clouds
Satellite imagery rendered as true cloud-top relief you can tilt and read in profile.
Mesoscale Discussions
SPC severe and winter discussions drawn as live polygons, with the forecaster text.
Storm Reports
Live NWS hail, wind, tornado and flood reports from the past 24 hours, with sizes.
Tropical
Worldwide cyclone positions with official NHC forecast cones, tracks and icons.
RRFS Forecast Model
NOAA's experimental successor to the HRRR, selectable on every model layer.
Layer Stacking
Run several layers on one map at once instead of switching between them.
Radar
NEXRAD · MRMS
MRMS & Warnings
MRMS Radar (Smoothed & Raw)
Future Radar
Watches & Warnings
Hail Size (MESH)
Rotation Tracks
NEXRAD Level II
Base Reflectivity
Base Velocity
Spectrum Width
Differential Reflectivity
Correlation Coefficient
Overlays
On Any Layer
Storm Reports
Mesoscale Discussions
Tropical Cyclones
3D Clouds
Overlays are drawn on top of whatever layer you are already on, on every product and in every split-screen pane.
Fire Weather
Wildfire Intel
Red Flag Threat Index
Hot, Dry, Windy Index
Smoke
Satellite
GOES · Himawari-9
Visible
Water Vapor
Infrared
Air Mass
Day Cloud Phase
Dust
Night Microphysics
Fire Temperature
Natural Color Fire
Pick your satellite and sector on any single-band channel: GOES-East, GOES-West, and Himawari-9 over Japan and the western Pacific.
Lightning
ZW-E · ZW-W · ZWCast
Real-Time Strikes
Lightning Risk
Lightning Nowcast
Lightning History
Exclusive to ZoneWatch — built on our own lightning detection system and ZWCast forecasting.
Wind
ZWCast · HRRR
Damaging Wind
Wind Speed & Gusts
Exclusive to ZoneWatch. All subscribers see the first six hours; Pro unlocks the full 18-hour window.
Forecast Models
RRFS · HRRR · RAP · NAM 3KM
Humidity & Dewpoint
Visibility
Temperature
Cloud Cover
Slushy Mix Totals
Pressure Levels (500–925mb)
Precip Type Forecasts
Extended 84-Hour Range
Pick your model on any layer. RRFS is NOAA's experimental successor to the HRRR, so both are offered side by side rather than one replacing the other.
Severe Weather
Storm Parameters
CAPE (SFC · MU · ML)
CIN (SFC · MU · ML)
Storm Relative Helicity
0–6km Bulk Shear
LCL Height & Lifted Index
700–500mb Lapse Rate
Smart tools that keep you ahead
Custom alerts, interactive maps, and AI-powered weather intelligence on every device
Smart Weather Alerts
Custom alerts for snow, ice, wind, lightning, extreme temps, fog, smoke, and flooding — fired only when your exact thresholds are met.
Interactive Map & Timeline
Scrub through past conditions, replay events, and preview forecasts with smooth timeline playback and toggleable layers.
Precise Location Targeting
Find locations by name or drop exact coordinates, and track multiple sites at once — worksites, terrain, or downtown precision.
Weather Briefs & Outlooks
AI-generated daily summaries and long-range regional outlooks, delivered to your device every morning.
Mobile & Web Experience
One synced experience across iPhone, Android, and the web dashboard — locations, alerts, and preferences follow you everywhere.
ZW Lightning Detection
Per-location detection with severity, distance and bearing to the closest strike, and full event timelines you can scrub flash by flash.
See ZoneWatch in Action
Real alerts. Real data. Real peace of mind. See how ZoneWatch delivers the weather info you actually need — right when you need it.
Advanced Precipitation Tracking
Hourly timeline with exact start times, intensity levels, and total accumulation for rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain, and wintry mix.
Explore the app
Wind Speed & Gusts
Detailed wind speed and gust forecasts so you always know what conditions to expect.
Get notified instantly
Know exactly when lightning, rain, or severe weather is heading your way.
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Pricing
Choose the plan that fits your needs with our two flexible subscription options.
Most Popular
Premium
Everything you need for precise weather alerts
Monthly
$9.49
$9.99
or
Yearly
$56.99
/yr
$59.99/yr
≈ $4.75/mo
ZoneWatch app access
Hi-res radar with lightning tracking
Future radar up to 12 hours ahead
Comprehensive weather alerts
Advanced forecast models
Interactive map with timeline playback
Priority customer support
Web dashboard access
Access to radar and models on the web
Custom AI powered weather alerts with customizable thresholds
Historical weather reports (wind trends)
ZW Lightning (per-location detection + timelines)
up to 8 location tracking
Advanced radar & models
For Professionals
Pro
Professional features + historical weather reports
Monthly
$16.14
$16.99
or
Yearly
$94.99
/yr
$99.99/yr
≈ $7.92/mo
ZoneWatch app access
Hi-res radar with lightning tracking
Future radar up to 12 hours ahead
Comprehensive weather alerts
Advanced forecast models
Interactive map with timeline playback
Priority customer support
Web dashboard access
Access to radar and models on the web
Custom AI powered weather alerts with customizable thresholds
Historical weather reports (wind trends)
ZW Lightning (per-location detection + timelines)
up to 8 location tracking
Advanced radar & models
Both plans provide full access to our professional weather platform.
What Our Users Say
“Reliable and good for outdoors. Living in Shaver Lake, it's tough to find a weather app that actually works this far out, but ZoneWatch has been one of the few that consistently delivers. The snow and wind alerts have already proven their worth more than once this winter. It's not flashy, but it's reliable, and that matters most out here.”
MountainHuskies
Outdoor Enthusiast
“Getting better and better! I take a lot of photos and live close to the ocean, so I've tried a bunch of weather apps. This one's been way more accurate than the others, especially with the new sunlight thing. Helps a lot when I'm trying to catch the right light.”
StanleyWestern
Photographer
“100% Worth It. This weather app is consistently accurate. It also gives a bunch of other good info, like sunrise/sunset, moon phase, etc. Exactly what I've been looking for. Also seems like they update often with new features.”
WeatheringTheStorm
Weather Enthusiast
“Great app. Spot on weather forecasts. Love the new updates and being told significant more updates will be added. The accuracy is impressive - it's become my go-to for planning outdoor activities. The interface is clean and the alerts are timely without being overwhelming. Well worth the subscription.”
Jeff M.
Daily User
Real reviews from app store pages. Some reviews have been shortened for clarity while preserving the original sentiment.
Learn before the storm hits
Field-tested posts on severe-weather safety, preparedness, and choosing the right protection for your family or your business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are ZoneWatch's alerts?
We combine government and private data with proprietary algorithms for highly accurate, hyper-local alerts. Lightning detection updates every few minutes, and rain timing is precise down to the minute for most conditions.
What makes ZoneWatch different?
Our app focuses on precision over quantity. We use intelligent filtering to deliver only weather information that matters to your exact location. No ads, no clutter, no false alarms.
Where does ZoneWatch work?
ZoneWatch now offers weather data for locations worldwide. Coverage and data availability may vary by region, with the most comprehensive features available in the United States.
How does ZoneWatch protect privacy?
We never sell your location data. Your location is used only for weather alerts and stored securely on your device. You have full control over what data gets shared.
Can I customize alerts?
Yes! Set custom thresholds for rain, snow, ice, fog, heat, and cold. Lightning alerts can be set for 10, 25, or 50-mile radius zones. Adjust different thresholds for different times or activities.
What radar features are included?
High-resolution radar with lightning detection, hail tracking, and future radar predictions up to 12 hours ahead. View multiple layers including precipitation, lightning density, and hail probability.
How much does it cost?
One simple subscription gives you access to all features including advanced radar, custom alerts, future radar predictions, and comprehensive weather data.
What devices are supported?
Our app is available on iOS and Android devices, optimized for smartphones and tablets. We regularly update with new features and improvements.
Still have questions?
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