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Met Office Weather Forecast
The Met Office weather app is a highly accurate global weather Forecast service, offering coverage from 1 hour to 7 days ahead. It has received two awards in the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) International Weather App Awards 2020.
The app includes various key features such as the ability to switch between daily and hourly forecasts for any location, an interactive rainfall map and text forecast for the next 24 hours, and real-time UK National Severe Weather Warnings. Users can also receive instant notifications for weather warnings in their saved locations and watch the latest video weather forecasts.
The app provides personal and accurate forecasts, including interactive UK rainfall and severe weather warnings maps, surface pressure maps, precipitation probability, actual and 'feels like' temperature, wind speed and gusts, sunrise and sunset times, air pollution forecasts, pollen notifications, and more.
There is an ad-free version of the app available for a £2.99 in-app purchase. The Met Office values user feedback and aims to continuously improve the app based on reviews and suggestions. Users can rate and review the app in the app store or provide suggestions via email.
Data compliance is a priority for the Met Office app, and location information is used to offer accurate and localized weather forecasts. Users have the option to disable location settings in the app. For more information on data usage, the app's privacy policy and cookie policy can be accessed.
The Met Office is the UK's national weather service and is recognized globally for its accuracy in weather forecasting. It is responsible for the UK National Severe Weather Warning Service, which aims to provide advance warning of extreme weather events. More information about the Met Office can be found on their website.
The app also prioritizes accessibility and provides an accessibility statement for users. Consent for installation of the app is required, and users can withdraw consent by uninstalling the app at any time.