Information for high accuracy short-term precipitation is now provided by the Google nowcast. You can find short-term rain, hail, or snow forecasts in your desired location up to 12 hours in advance with the Google nowcast. On your mobile device, when you search weather data, the weather information box shows the Google nowcast. The start and end times that show are in the local time zone of the location you search for.
The Google nowcast availability:
- US
- Certain locations in Europe
It may not be available on all weather surfaces.
The Google nowcast updates
The Google nowcast refreshes data multiple times per hour. We base the forecast on radar and weather prediction data from various data sources.
Learn more about the Google nowcast data sources:
- Deutscher Wetterdienst
- EUMETNET
- European Centre for Medium-range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
- Met Office
Weather forecasts aren't always accurate. To provide the highest level of accuracy, our predictions capture as much information as possible.
Should I expect additional precipitation?
You can check the next precipitation event in the Google nowcast. The hourly precipitation forecast shows any later precipitation with data provided by weather.com.
Why can't I find the Google nowcast?
If it’s too uncertain or there’s no forecast for rain, hail or snow, the Google nowcast data won't show up in the weather experience. In such cases, all displayed weather information is provided by weather.com.
Reports on current weather conditions
When you search for weather info on Google, you might be asked to provide feedback on the current weather in your location. Your feedback helps monitor the quality of weather results and update data.
To delete your feedback, go to My Activity. When you delete your feedback from your Google Account, we remove it. It may still be used to help improve weather results.