Rain Parrot

Get predictions and weather wherever you go in Australia and get notified about 30 minutes before rainfall is expected with push notification service.

Rain Parrot is a weather app designed to provide highly specific, real-time rain alerts and forecasts for users in Australia, with plans to expand to additional countries^[1]. Its key features include:

• Push notifications about rainfall: The app notifies users about 30 minutes before rain is expected at their location.
• Detailed forecasts: Users receive tomorrow’s forecast if rain is predicted, including expected temperature and the probability and intensity of rainfall.
• Current weather data: Access to local temperature, rain, and wind conditions from the nearest weather station, plus multi-day forecasts.
• Radar animation: View animated radar images of incoming storms, customizable for animation speed and frame count.

The app is especially tailored for outdoor activities—such as sports and event planning—by helping users anticipate when to seek shelter or resume activities. Accuracy is enhanced through the PollyCloud Weather Engine, which uses advanced modeling for minute-by-minute rain predictions based on radar and wind data.

User reviews highlight the app’s high accuracy for short-term, hyperlocal rain alerts (usually within 30-45 minutes), calling it a valuable tool for not getting caught out in the rain. It is praised for being trustworthy and easier to use than some alternatives, although perfect accuracy becomes difficult for rain events beyond the immediate short term. Rain Parrot is currently available on the App Store. Its focus on timely and actionable rain alerts makes it distinctive among Australian weather apps