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2 days ago
- Business
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The Weather Company Widens Lead as World's Most Accurate Forecaster, Empowering Critical Decisions in an Era of Climate Volatility
The Weather Company is now nearly 4 times more likely to be the most accurate forecaster,1 combining AI innovation, proprietary technologies, and human expertise to deliver precise weather intelligence for people and businesses worldwide ATLANTA, June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weather Company©, which includes The Weather Channel© digital properties, has once again been determined to be "the overall most accurate provider globally" by ForecastWatch, the premier organization for evaluating weather forecast accuracy. In the latest comprehensive report, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview, 2021-2024, The Weather Company has maintained its position as the world's most accurate forecaster every year since this type of analysis began in 2017, with its lead continuing to expand significantly compared to other providers included in the report, such as Microsoft and Accuweather. "As weather patterns continue to evolve and become more impactful globally, forecast accuracy is a critical foundation to what people and businesses need to make meaningful decisions," said Rohit Agarwal, CEO of The Weather Company. "More than just a number, a reliable forecast can empower you to live your best life, rain or shine, wind or snow. Especially as we focus on translating that forecast to deliver more personalized, relevant weather intelligence through our consumer digital platforms and enterprise products." Growing Accuracy Gap in an Era of Climate Volatility The report data showed that the accuracy gap has widened substantially – The Weather Company (noted as The Weather Channel in the report) is now nearly 4 times more likely to be the most accurate forecaster than the next best forecasting service, up from over 3 times in 2021 and 2 times in 2017. For extended 14-day forecasts, this advantage grows to nearly 6 times more likely to be the most accurate provider than the next closest provider. This forecast precision has become increasingly vital, as 2025 is on track to continue the trend of ever-increasing insured losses from natural disasters than past years, potentially reaching $145 billion globally.2 With the U.S. alone experiencing 27 billion-dollar weather events in 2024 – with costs estimated at $182.7 billion3 – people and businesses must rely more than ever on accurate forecasts to help them make informed decisions. About the Report The report is a comprehensive weather forecast accuracy study spanning four years, 2,000+ global locations across eight regions of the world, and 84 different accuracy metrics covering precipitation, temperature, cloud cover, wind and other forecast variables. ForecastWatch analyzed more than 600 million forecasts from 24 different weather providers. Each provider was noted each time it finished in first place for each metric, and according to the report, "overall, for global first-place points, number of metrics won, and percent of metrics won for 1-14 days out forecasts, The Weather Channel is the dominant leader" (emphasis added). In fact, "The Weather Channel was the overall leader in first-place finishes globally, and for each region individually." Unique Blend of Technology and Human Expertise The Weather Company's unprecedented accuracy stems from a unique, multi-faceted approach that includes several proprietary technologies: WxMix: A proprietary real-time AI forecast engine that considers over 100 forecast models from global agencies like the U.S. National Weather Service, ECMWF, the U.K. Met Office optimized through AI to leverage the best forecasting methods for specific locations and conditions, on demand Human Over the Loop: A unique collaboration between humans and technology combines cutting-edge AI together with a team of 100 expert meteorologists, enabling both the speed necessary for changing weather and seasoned judgment Forecasts On Demand Engine: Proprietary technology that delivers personalized forecasts in milliseconds, producing over 25 billion forecasts daily across 2.2 billion locations worldwide. GRAF: A high-resolution global weather modeling system that updates 6x more frequently and up to 3x the resolution compared to other leading global models.4 Weather model output is combined with data – surface observations, radar, satellite and more – that is synchronized using JEDI, a data assimilation system that brings observational data into models. Real-World Impact Across Industries The Weather Company's superior forecast precision directly impacts decision-making that affects millions of people's lives daily and is critical for operations across a diverse range of businesses. The stakes are unmistakably high – 89% of executives report that weather directly impacts their daily operations.5 Through its years of dedication, expertise, and commitment as well as partnerships with organizations like NVIDIA, NCAR and UCAR, as well as continuing relationships with NOAA, The Weather Company continually advances weather science to protect what matters most. This relentless pursuit of excellence has earned recognition not just as the most accurate forecaster, but as the most trusted news source – trust that's built when people see how accurate forecasts help them make better, safer decisions across countless sectors, from aviation and agriculture to energy and emergency management. The world's leading weather provider,6 The Weather Company powers the weather forecasts on over 2 billion devices and sees over 330 million people accessing its digital properties monthly across The Weather Channel app and Weather Underground app and Storm Radar app, as well as over 2,000 enterprise customers relying on its weather products. In a world increasingly affected by weather events, The Weather Company's commitment to accuracy delivers something invaluable: informed decisionmaking, whatever the forecast. For more information, visit © Copyright The Weather Company, 2025 About The Weather CompanyThe Weather Company helps people and businesses around the world make more informed decisions and take action in the face of weather. With its deep industry expertise and highly accurate, high-volume weather data combined with advanced technology and AI, The Weather Company provides insights and solutions that harness the power of weather in a scalable, privacy-forward way. The world's most accurate forecaster, the company serves hundreds of enterprise customers and is trusted by hundreds of millions of monthly active users via digital properties from The Weather Channel ( and Weather Underground ( Visit 1 ForecastWatch, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview, 2021-2024, commissioned by The Weather Company.2 SwissRe Institute,sigma No 1/2025, Natural catastrophes: insured losses on trend to USD 145 billion in 2025, 3 NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) U.S. Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters (2025). DOI: 10.25921/stkw-7w73 4 GRAF model updates its global forecasts every hour, unlike other conventional global models that typically update every six hours. Current global weather models forecast down to 9-13 kilometers (5.6-8.0 miles), while GRAF forecasts down to 4 kilometers (2.4 miles). 5 "Weather Means Business," October 2024, conducted by Magid, commissioned by The Weather Company. 6 According to Top Downloadable Weather Apps in 2024, by Active Users, from Sensor Tower (Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2024) View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Weather Company Sign in to access your portfolio
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2 days ago
- Climate
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The Weather Company Named World's Most Accurate Forecaster For Eighth Year Running
A new independent study has confirmed what millions of users and thousands of businesses have long trusted: The Weather Company delivers the most accurate weather forecasts worldwide. The study, conducted by ForecastWatch, a globally recognized evaluator of weather forecast accuracy, analyzed more than 600 million forecasts from 25 different providers. The verdict? The Weather Company ranked #1 in overall accuracy across 84 major categories and metrics, including precipitation forecasts, temperature forecasts, wind, and cloud cover. In fact, The Weather Company, which includes digital properties like and The Weather Channel app, was found to be nearly four times more likely to be the most accurate forecaster than the nearest competitor. That number rose to six times more likely when it came to extended 14-day forecasts. The Weather Company also earned more first-place finishes than any other provider since ForecastWatch began measuring in 2017. 'Forecast accuracy is a critical foundation to what people and businesses need to make meaningful decisions,' CEO Rohit Agarwal highlighted in a press release. 'More than just a number, a reliable forecast can empower you to live your best life, rain or shine, wind or snow.' This consistent recognition as the most accurate weather forecast provider has helped solidify The Weather Channel's position as the most trusted news source in America. In a recent poll from YouGov, The Weather Channel ranked #1 in trustworthiness–a title it has held for four years running. Americans are 49% more likely to consider The Weather Channel trustworthy than untrustworthy, making it a rare source depended upon by both Democrats and Republicans, according to the survey. The Weather Company's world-class accuracy is built on a foundation of scientific rigor, innovative technology, and human expertise. Using AI-enhanced, hyperlocal forecasts, the company harnesses massive amounts of real-time data: Ingesting more than 75 billion terabytes of data daily, fueling more than 100 global forecast models. Producing 25 billion personalized, continuously updated forecasts for 2.2 billion locations worldwide. Leveraging a proprietary AI and machine learning-based system, combining tech with the insight of meteorologists, atmospheric scientists and data engineers through a unique 'human over the loop' model. Operating GRAF, the only globally available, hourly updating, high-resolution weather modeling system that can forecast even small-scale events like individual thunderstorms. Collaborating with scientific powerhouses like NASA, NCAR UCAR and NVIDIA to ensure The Weather Company remains at the cutting edge of weather science and innovation. For an even deeper dive on how our most accurate forecasts are made, click here. For more than 40 years, The Weather Company has helped individuals and businesses navigate daily life and global crises alike. Its products reach more than 330 million people monthly through platforms like The Weather Channel app (the #1 most downloaded weather app) and TWC also has ongoing relationships with more than 2,000 enterprise clients in sectors from agriculture and aviation to retail and pharma, who rely on weather intelligence for critical decisions. In an era marked by record-breaking weather events and billion-dollar disasters, having the most accurate weather forecast isn't just a luxury, it's essential for safety and planning. The ForecastWatch study highlights how crucial dependable forecasts can be to protecting lives and property. With this latest recognition from ForecastWatch, The Weather Company continues to prove that when the world needs to know what the weather will do next, it turns to the most trusted and accurate name in the forecast game. lead editor Jenn Jordan explores how weather and climate weave through our daily lives, shape our routines and leave lasting impacts on our communities.
