How to use all the features of the new Weather app for iPad on iPadOS 16

iPadOS 16 is finally available for iPad users, bringing new features like Stage Manager and iCloud Shared Photo Library. The update also adds the Weather app to iPad for the first time, as it was previously exclusively available on iPhone. Read on for a hands-on look at the new Weather app for iPad and tips on how to use all of its features.

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Apple’s weather app is now on the iPad

For years, the iPad never had a native weather app, requiring users to download third-party apps from the App Store. Luckily, with iPadOS 16, Apple brought its own weather app to the iPad. iPhone users are probably familiar with the app, but still, there are some tricks that not everyone knows.

Since Apple acquired Dark Sky in 2020, the Weather app on iPhone has received several new features. With iOS 15, Apple overhauled the app’s animations while adding maps and more detailed information. All these features are also available in the iPad app.

overview

As soon as you open the app you will find a nice overview of the weather forecast in your current location or in the city you have chosen. There are details like hourly forecast, 10 day forecast, wind, visibility, precipitation map, UV index and sunrise time. With just a simple scroll you can find even more details in the app.

But this is where it gets even more interesting. If you tap on one of the information cards, the app will show you even more details about the weather. For example, if you tap the sunrise chart, a chart will appear that also shows the time of sunset and last light. You can also tap the forecast to see temperature variations over a 24-hour period.

There are also interactive maps that can show different information depending on what you choose. Tap the precipitation map to expand it with an animated 12-hour forecast. You can also see a plot of the current temperature for each region on the map by tapping the radio button at the top right of the screen.

Add more cities or your current location to the app

One of the nice things about Apple’s Weather app is that you can select multiple cities to check the weather forecast for everyone. Just tap the button on the top left of the screen to show or hide the list. There you can use the search bar to find a city or even an airport.

To add a new city to your list, just tap the Add button. And if you want to remove a city from your list, swipe from right to left on the list to delete it.

The app can detect your current location so you don’t have to add it manually. However, this option requires that you allow the weather app to use your location in the privacy settings. Of course, you can also choose not to share your location with the app. To change these settings:

1. open that settings apartment
2. Go to Privacy & Security Menu.
3. Choose location services.
4. Seek weather In the list.
5. Select the option you want.

Set up weather alerts

The Weather app on iPad can also provide important alerts depending on your location. For example, it can warn you about rain, snow and other relevant conditions. To do this, open the list of cities in the app and tap the three dots button. Then select the Notifications option and turn on notifications for the cities you want.

Note, however, that notifications are not available for all cities.

Last but not least, iPad users can also quickly check the current weather right from the home screen by adding a widget:

1. Press and hold the Weather app icon on your iPad’s home screen.
2. Select the Edit home screen Possibility.
3. Tap the + button in the top left corner of the screen.
4. Seek weather In the list.
5. Select the desired widget and tap Add widget.

Wrap up

These tips will help you get the most out of the Weather app on your iPad. Do you know any other tricks for the app? Let us know in the comment section below.

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