How WeatherGeekz Works
A quick walkthrough to get you up and running in minutes.
Important: WeatherGeekz is a community-driven platform and is not a replacement for official NWS alerts. Always rely on the National Weather Service for life-safety decisions.
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See allFeatures you won't find in any other weather app or Facebook group.
Live Video Gatherings
Stream live with chase crews during storms.
Forecast Game
Predict & get scored daily. Climb the leaderboard.
Get Verified
Earn badges for spotter, met, NWS & ham credentials.
Anxiety Support
A safe space for weather phobia support.
Photo Hotspots
Tag weather details & gear on storm photos.
Find Locals
Discover weather enthusiasts near you.
Step-by-Step Guide
Create your account
Sign up with your email or Google account, then verify with the OTP code we send you.
Sign upSet up your profile
Add your display name, city, state, bio, and weather interest badges so others can discover you. Add a profile photo too.
Edit profileShare your first post
Post a storm photo, weather report, question, or forecast. Tag a hazard type and location if it's a storm report — it'll show on the Report Map.
Create a postJoin a group
Browse groups by category — regional, chase, photography, or weather-anxiety support — and join communities near you.
Browse groupsCheck the radar
View live precipitation from RainViewer. Use the locate button to center on your area. Always cross-check with NWS for warnings.
Open radarExplore the maps
See where other members are on the User Map, and view community storm reports as pins on the Storm Report Map.
View user mapLearn the basics
Browse curated educational resources from SKYWARN, NWS, and safety experts. Save anything useful to your Saved Resources.
Start learningSave resources for later
Bookmark educational links, posts, and storm alerts in your personal collection so you can find them quickly.
My saved itemsFind events
Discover storm spotter training classes, weather conferences, and community meetups in your area.
Browse eventsStay safe
Review the Safety Hub for emergency contacts, first aid tips, and storm safety procedures before you head out.
Open safety hubGo Premium (optional)
Unlock advanced radar, Storm Rooms, and verified credential badges with a paid Premium subscription — $1.99/month or $22/year.
View plansNeed more help? Visit our Help Center or Safety Hub.