hyperlocal weather API

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Hyper-accurate, minute-by-minute 4-hour precipitation forecasts powered by machine learning. Maximize efficiency with pinpoint weather intelligence
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AI-DRIVEN APPROACH TO WEATHER FORECASTS

The only API powered by advanced machine learning to refine and extend data from satellites and meteorological radars.
Rainbow delivers ultra-precise, hyperlocal forecasts tailored for your business - outperforming Apple and AccuWeather in accuracy, as measured by the F1 score.*
1x1 km
Spatial resolution
1 min
Temporal resolution
10 min
Update frequency
Chart that compares accuracy of weather forecast quality between Rainbow.AI, Apple Weather and AccuWeather
Forecast lead time, minutes
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Product

Single API call to weatherproof your operations

Rainbow.AI offers a range of powerful weather APIs designed for mapping services, mobile applications, weather prediction companies, and various industries. Access hyper-accurate, minute-by-minute forecasts for precipitation type and intensity - up to four hours ahead - for any 1 sq km location. Make smarter decisions, minimize weather disruptions, and optimize operations with the industry's most precise nowcasting API.
Tiles API – Overlay real-time weather data on maps as static images
Point Weather API – Retrieve past, present, and future weather conditions for any location, with a focus on high-accuracy forecasts
Route Weather API – Get detailed weather forecasts along a specified travel route
Accumulated Weather API – Analyze total precipitation, solar radiation and other indicators over custom geographical areas
Weather Notification API – Enhance mobile app engagement with AI-generated, real-time weather alerts
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Features

weather Forecast that leaves no room for interpretation

Radar + satellite + crowdsourced data

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ML data cleaning and predictions

Minute-by-minute forecast for 4 hours ahead

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Temporal resolution: 1 minute

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Updates every 10 minutes

Spatial resolution: 1 sqkm

Get forecast by geometry or address

API polling or webhooks

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Pricing

Pay as you get forecasts

No hidden fees, no forced annual plans. Get 5000 - 30 000 free calls, flexible monthly payments, and some of the industry's lowest rates - for AI-driven, hyper-accurate forecasts

Minute-by-Minute Forecast API

from $0.5/1K calls
Get hyperlocal, minute-by-minute precipitation forecast for 4 hours with high accuracy
Global coverage
Minute-by-minute forecast for 4 hours
Time, type and intensity of precipitation
Updates every 10 minutes
1 sq. km spatial resolution
Email support
1-minute temporal resolution
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Weather Map Tiles API

from $0.5/1K calls
Customize weather map tiles for real-time precipitation insights at 1 km resolution
Global coverage
Updates every 10 minutes
Forecast precipitation tiles up to 4 hours
Email suport
1 sq. km spatial resolution
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Enterprise

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Custom
Forecast delivery methods & white-glove service tailored to your case
Custom forecast delivery
Custom data layers & integrations
Higher reliability & SLA
Consulting & dedicated support
Expanded coverage
On-premise or private cloud deployment
Historical & predictive insights
Dedicated support specialist
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Industries

LOGISTICS, DELIVERY & MOBILITY

Supercharge accuracy of surge pricing algorithms
Anticipate high demand & reposition fleet ahead of rain
Price trips fairly so drivers do not leave for competition
Notify customers about precipitation so weather does not impact their UX
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SPORTS, HEALTH & WELLNESS

Optimize game and training schedules by anticipating weather disruptions
Enhance athlete performance & safety with temperature, humidity, and air quality insights
Improve strategy & gameplay with real-time wind, rain, and field condition data
Support outdoor fitness & events by adjusting plans based on heat, storms, or pollution
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AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY & FARMING

Predict yields with accumulated amount of rain for each field
Optimize fertilization, plowing, sowing and harvest schedules
Cover crops in time to avoid hail
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ENERGY & UTILITIES

Get grid demand forecast based on precipitation
Predict output of your network
Minimize energy losses due to avoidable downtime
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AVIATION, AEROSPACE & DRONES

Avoid premature boarding of planes
Decrease costly downtime when equipment breaks down or unavailable
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Blog

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We geek on the weather tech, so you don't have to. Promise to not post just forecasts.
Rainbow vs. Apple Weather & AccuWeather: A Comparative Analysis of Forecast Accuracy

Is Rainbow’s forecast accurate? Benchmark with Apple and Accuweather, explained

See how Rainbow's weather forecasts outperform Apple Weather and AccuWeather with unparalleled accuracy and resolution—ideal for business.
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Optimizing Ridesharing Profits with Real-Time Weather Data: A Game Changer

Leveraging Weather Data for Ridesharing Profitability

See how real-time weather data fuels ridesharing profits by optimizing surge pricing and reducing cancellations for unparalleled operational efficiency.
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Advanced Weather Forecasting: Revolutionizing Precision with Rainbow's Hyperlocal Data

Rainbow API – AI-driven Take on Weather Forecasting Challenges

Discover how Rainbow's Forecast API outperforms traditional weather models like GFS & ECMWF. A new take on weather forecasting with AI-driven, hyperlocal updates — turning unpredictable weather into a manageable factor for businesses.
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Pricing

Pay as you get forecasts

Discounts for volume and lower granularity of forecast apply – but talk to us first

Forecast API

$4/1000 API calls
Pay-as-you-go precipitation forecast
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Route Weather API

$4/1000 API calls
Precipitation forecast for any route
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Alerts API

Custom
Alerts based on ground truth, not government messages
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Overview
Interface
Polling
Polling
Webhooks
Input
Point, polygon, multipolygon
Route
Point, route, polygon, multipolygon
Time of precipitation
Precipitation intensity
Precipitation types
Rain, snow, wet snow
Rain, snow, wet snow
Rain, snow, wet snow
Forecast duration
2 hours
Up to 2 hours if trip starts now
Up to 2 hours in advance
Update frequency
10 minutes
10 minutes
10 minutes
Temporal resolution
1 minute
1 minute
1 minute
Spatial resolution
1x1 km
1x1 km
1x1 km

Basic

Popular
$96/year
Basic features for up to 10 users with everything you need.
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Business

$192/year
Advanced features and reporting, better workflows and automation.
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Enterprise

$384/year
Personalised service and enterprise security for large teams.
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Overview
Basic features
Users
10
20
Unlimited
Individual data
20GB
40GB
Unlimited
Support
Automated workflows
200+ integrations
Reporting and analytics
Analytics
Basic
Advanced
Advanced
Export reports
Scheduled reports
API access
Advanced reports
Saved reports
Customer properties
Custom fields
User access
SSO/SAML authentication
Advanced permissions
Audit log
Data history