Best Weather Sites Online
The Weather Channel
Finding the best weather sites online depends on what information you are interested in: local forecasts, travel predictions, videos, special forecasts, educational material and more are all available on different sites.
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Yahoo! Weather
Another great overall weather site, Yahoo! Weather can be customized for your local forecasts by city or zip code. Different types of displays, including worldwide weather maps, are also available.
National Weather Service
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a highly detailed national weather site featuring ultraviolet radiation alerts, marine forecasts, tsunami warnings, and both satellite and radar maps for quickly updated and accurate information.
Weather Underground
For visitors who want a less analytical experience, Weather Underground is one of the best weather sites online. While the site does feature animated weather maps, there is also a written summary of weather forecasts, weather-related history, and moon phase reports.
AccuWeather
AccuWeather offers a range of maps highlighting areas of severe weather and other warnings. A weather photo gallery is a popular feature, and weather-related headlines are also available.
UM Weather
The University of Michigan weather site is a comprehensive directory of online weather information, including links to more than 700 weather cameras and weather-related software suggestions. Travel weather maps are also available, including specialty ski, tropical, and other forecasts.
Intellicast
This site features local, national, and global weather maps. Unique options include health and air stagnation quality maps, which are especially vital for individuals who may experience respiratory distress from smog, pollen, smoke, and other particulates.
National Hurricane Center
The National Hurricane Center (organized by NOAA) is a specialized weather site focusing on tropical depressions, tropical storms, and hurricanes. Forecasts and path projection maps are available, as well as hurricane preparedness tips and storm history.
Space Weather
Our weather is affected by solar activity, and the Space Weather site offers forecasts for solar flares, sunspots, aurora activity and other phenomena that may affect our weather patterns.
Aviation Weather Center
Pilots should always check the Aviation Weather Center before flying to take advantage of wind forecasts, turbulence reports, and convection patterns that can affect the safety and efficiency of flights.
Weather Wiz Kids
Kids can learn many interesting facts about weather by visiting this educational site written by a meteorologist. Types of weather, weather safety, climatology and meteorology careers, and weather-related jokes are all great features of this site.
Local Weather Sites
Some of the best weather sites online are those featuring your local forecasts. Check local news stations and newspapers for your specialized online weather information.
