4 Best Weather Apps for Real Estate Photographers

Are you gearing up for your next real estate photography booking?

If yes, then make sure you have also checked the weather ahead of time.

But why?

It is simple: not all shots you need to take are for interior images. You will also have to go outside and take perfect exterior photos.

Hence, having unfavorable weather is not a good thing and, technically, one factor that can affect the quality of outdoor images.

Undeniably, you cannot control the weather. Yet, you can ensure at least the minimum how’s the day will be on your chosen date.

This is why many photographers decide to follow weather reports to avoid the possible effects of bad weather on a shooting schedule.

They usually refer to weather reports from apps or online weather sites. In this article, let us take a look at four (4) best-known weather apps used by photographers offering real estate photography services near you.

Windy

First on the list is Windy.

This app is a great weather forecast tool that is available for both Android and iOS users.

This app was first known for determining wind directions and re commonly used by water sports enthusiasts.

After some app upgrades, photographers, pilots, armies, and even rescue teams are now using this.

Here are some pros and cons:

Advantages

• Has an interactive interface that allows users to see detailed wind, snow, and weather data
• Available in 40 world languages
• Customizable interface
• Active group chats of users all over the world wherein you can ask real-time weather conditions
• Free app

As for its disadvantage, the most common one has complicated parameters that create confusion at times.

YR

Next, YR.

YR is a functional weather app developed in Norway.

It has an animated display with all the needed weather details. Moreover, YR users can have a fun and interactive experience with its cool interface.

Take a look at some of its advantages and disadvantages.

Pros

• Free
• Accurately forecast weather conditions
• Allow users to check the weather anywhere with the option to save frequented places.
• Has a weather summary text

It has only one obvious con, which is technically more efficiently designed for Norweigian users since its developers are from Norway.

Still, most photographers prefer to use this because of its accuracy and broad reach.

Carrot Weather

IOS users mostly prefer carrot Weather.

It has an excellent interface and detailed forecasts. It is also user-friendly and easy to navigate.

Pros:

• Highly customizable
• Great UI that helps users find information quickly.
• Compatible with Apple Watch
• Automatically saves data of the places you checked

However, this app is not for free. You need to pay an annual subscription of $4.99.

Forecast Bar

The last on the list is the Forecast Bar.

It is another excellent weather app for iPhone users. It offers accurate and real-time weather forecasts right in the menu bar.

You can then check the weather forecast right away in a rectangle box in the middle of the screen, together with the weather information on upcoming days.

Among its advantages are the following:

• Simple and clean interface
• A panel full of relevant weather information
• Customizable app
• Accurate radar map

Unfortunately, this is only available for iOs users. At the same time, it is also not for free. It costs from $0.99 to $11.99.

In the end, you can always choose another reliable weather app or online site to check the weather days before your scheduled photoshoot.

These are only some of the most used weather applications preferred by most photographers. We are hoping that this gives you insights into the existing apps available in the market today.

Moreover, since some weather changes are inevitable, you can still push through with your scheduled shoot and then use the power of photo editing to help you out.

You know, editing is also a lifesaver.