What is Rainy Skies 2.0?
Rainy Skies is an indie iOS weather app designed by a solo developer based on the foundation of the now defunct Dark Sky weather app. Rainy Skies now supports radar and has an Apple Watch app with widgets and complications.
Problem
Users previously relied on the discontinued Dark Sky weather app for hyper-local forecasts and minimalist design, now facing lack of a comparable alternative with similar accuracy, radar integration, and Apple Watch support.
Solution
An iOS and Apple Watch app that provides Dark Sky-like hyper-local weather predictions, radar maps, and customizable widgets/complications, e.g., minute-by-minute precipitation alerts and sunrise/sunset tracking.
Customers
iOS users (primarily in the US/Canada), outdoor enthusiasts, travelers, and professionals needing precise weather updates for daily planning.
Unique Features
Sole app reviving Dark Sky’s legacy with indie development; integrates radar maps and Apple Watch complications not fully replicated in mainstream apps.
User Comments
Perfect replacement for Dark Sky fans
Radar feature is intuitive and reliable
Apple Watch app works seamlessly
Clean, ad-free interface
Worth the subscription for accuracy
Traction
Launched v2.0 in 2023 with radar; founder (@RainySkiesApp) has 1.2K X followers; 4.8/5 on App Store with 5K+ ratings.
Market Size
The global weather analytics market was valued at $2.5 billion in 2022 (MarketsandMarkets), driven by demand for precision in sectors like aviation and agriculture.
