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Live storm tracking, local risk levels and advanced radar.
ThreatNet Storm
See where it’s headed.
Forecast positions out to 60 minutes, and the path ahead.
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Native iOS and Android apps with real-time weather tracking, advanced radar, and instant notifications for severe weather.
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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.
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ZoneWatch 4.0 is out now. Introducing ThreatNet.
Our biggest release yet, built to help you and the people you care about stay a step ahead of dangerous storms. Out now in the ZoneWatch app, and live on ZoneWatch Radar on the web.
ThreatNet is ZoneWatch’s own severe-weather intelligence system, built in-house and found only in ZoneWatch.
It continuously scans radar across the country, finds and follows storms nationwide scan after scan, and shows you where each one is headed next.
ThreatNet Storm is the first ThreatNet package, available now. ThreatNet Snow is next.
Built by ZoneWatch
ZoneWatch Storm Track Intelligence
Our own engine finds and follows storms nationwide, scan after scan, about every 2 minutes.
Forecast positions and the path ahead
Where each storm is headed over the next 60 minutes, with a widening path-ahead corridor.
Strengthening or weakening
A trend call on every tracked storm, with a trail of where it has been.
ZoneWatch risk models
Our own Lightning Risk and Damaging Wind Risk models, hour by hour.
ThreatNet Storm
The first ThreatNet package: storms tracked nationwide, where they’ve been and where they’re headed.
ZoneWatch Storm Track Intelligence, finding and following storms nationwide
Forecast positions out to 60 minutes, with the path-ahead corridor
Strengthening, steady or weakening trends at a glance
The ZoneWatch Lightning Risk and Damaging Wind Risk models
Also included: advanced NEXRAD radar products like velocity and correlation coefficient, plus rotation tracks.
Included with ZoneWatch Max
ZoneWatch Max
Pro is now ZoneWatch Max: everything in ZoneWatch, plus ThreatNet Storm, plus ThreatNet Snow when it launches.
Already on Pro? You’re on Max now, with ThreatNet Storm included.
Compare plans
ThreatNet Snow
The next ThreatNet package. Stay tuned.
Included with ZoneWatch Max when it launches.
ThreatNet adds to official National Weather Service watches and warnings. It never replaces them: always follow official guidance and your local emergency officials.
Track every storm. See where it’s headed.
ThreatNet Storm is the first package from ThreatNet, the severe-weather intelligence system built by ZoneWatch. Our own engine, ZoneWatch Storm Track Intelligence, finds and follows storms across the US automatically, about every 2 minutes. Outlines, speed, direction and an hour of forecast positions, live on the map.
Works on its own — no Premium or Max needed.
View full specs~2 min
Refresh
60 min
Forecast positions
Nationwide
Storm Track Intelligence
Automatic storm tracking
Storms are detected and followed nationwide by ZoneWatch Storm Track Intelligence, our own tracking engine, radar by radar and about every 2 minutes.
Motion at a glance
Every storm’s outline, speed and direction, with forecast positions at 15, 30, 45 and 60 minutes.
The path ahead
A widening impact corridor shows where each storm could go over the next hour.
Strengthening or weakening
Trend calls — strengthening, steady or weakening — with a trail of where each storm has been.
Advanced radar, included
Advanced NEXRAD radar products and rotation tracks come with ThreatNet Storm, in the ThreatNet tab right under the storm tracks.
ThreatNet Snow
Stay tunedThe next ThreatNet package. Stay tuned.
Included with ZoneWatch Max when it launches.
Included with ZoneWatch Max
ZoneWatch Max includes ThreatNet Storm today — and ThreatNet Snow when it launches. Compare plans →
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; Max 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
Know the risk where you are
Damaging Wind and Lightning Risk levels for each saved location, with when they start.
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
Max
Professional features + historical weather reports
Monthly
$14.99
$17.99/mo in the app
or
Yearly
$149.99
/yr
$159.99/yr in the app
≈ $12.50/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
ThreatNet Storm included
ThreatNet Snow included when it launches
Both plans provide full access to our professional weather platform.
Live storm tracking — with any plan, or on its own
ZoneWatch Max includes ThreatNet Storm today — and ThreatNet Snow when it launches.
ThreatNet Storm
Works on its own — no Premium or Max needed.
ZoneWatch Storm Track Intelligence: storms tracked nationwide, about every 2 minutes
Speed, direction and forecast positions out to 60 minutes
Path-ahead corridor and strengthening / weakening trends
ZoneWatch Lightning Risk and Damaging Wind Risk models
Advanced NEXRAD radar products and rotation tracks included
Included with ZoneWatch Max
ThreatNet Snow
Stay tunedThe next ThreatNet package. Stay tuned.
Included with ZoneWatch Max when it launches.
What Our Users Say
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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.”
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Daily User
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Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are ZoneWatch's alerts?
ZoneWatch’s own forecast engine, ZWCAST, blends live radar observations with high-resolution forecast guidance, in 15-minute steps for the next 9 hours. Lightning updates in real time. ZoneWatch works alongside official NWS watches and warnings and never replaces them.
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?
MRMS high-resolution radar and single-site NEXRAD products, real-time lightning, satellite, and Future Radar out to 15 days. Layer forecast models, precipitation and lightning density on the same map.
How much does it cost?
There are two plans, Premium and ZoneWatch Max, billed monthly or yearly. ThreatNet Storm is available as a yearly add-on, and is included with ZoneWatch Max. Current prices are in the Pricing section.
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.
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