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These Weather Apps Help You Track Tropical Storm Arthur and Other Severe Summer Storms

CNET · Jun 17, 2026, 7:26 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Tropical Storm Arthur is bearing down on the US Gulf Coast, marking the start of the Atlantic hurricane season.
  • Thanks to smartphones, you can easily track storms and weather events.
  • If your iPhone or Android's built-in weather app isn't meeting your needs, don't hesitate to explore alternatives.

Tropical Storm Arthur is bearing down on the US Gulf Coast, marking the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. And because weather patterns aren't isolated, the midwest is also looking at possible tornadoes. With many storms happening over the country, now is the time to make sure you have the resources to predict their impacts.

Thanks to smartphones, you can easily track storms and weather events. With a good weather app on your device, you can easily plan out your week -- and your wardrobe -- for severe rain and wind. These apps are useful, but many collect and share your data, posing risks to your privacy. Understanding their privacy policies is essential.

If your iPhone or Android's built-in weather app isn't meeting your needs, don't hesitate to explore alternatives. Not sure which app to download? Here's a handy guide to all of our favorite weather apps, guaranteed to help you plan around whatever the weather throws at you. There are free versions of all these apps, so you can have more than one if you'd like.

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