Google Launches WeatherNext 3 with Real-Time Satellite Data
September 7, 2026
WeatherNext 3 replaces traditional physics simulations with an AI model utilizing real-time satellite data to provide hourly, high-resolution forecasts. The update offers five times higher resolution and is integrated across Google Search, Maps, and Cloud.
HOW THIS AFFECTS YOU
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builderYou can access higher-resolution weather data through Google Maps Platform and Cloud APIs.
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founderYou can build specialized applications for agriculture or renewable energy using improved localized precipitation data.