iOS 14 was launched in 2020 with exciting new features. One of the features that users find interesting is the ability to display weather on iPhone lock screen. This feature is useful because you don’t need to unlock your phone to check the weather. It is readily available on your iPhone lock screen. However, the question most people ask is how to achieve this feature. In this article, we will discuss what is needed, what you should pay attention to, different methods to display weather on iPhone lock screen iOS 14, why you can’t display weather, suggestions, and frequently asked questions.
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What’s Needed
Before we dive into the methods, let’s discuss what you need. You need an iPhone with iOS 14 installed. Besides, you need to allow the weather app to access your location. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services > Weather > Allow Location Access. You can also choose to enable location access only while using the app, or always allow.
What Should I Pay Attention to?
There are a few things you should pay attention to before displaying weather on iPhone lock screen with the methods explained below. First, ensure that you have enabled location access for the weather app as mentioned above. Second, confirm that you have an active internet connection to let your iPhone synchronize with the weather data. Lastly, ensure that your iPhone is updated to iOS 14. Otherwise, some features may not work correctly.
Method 1: Adding Weather Widget on iPhone Lock Screen
This method involves adding the weather widget to the iPhone lock screen. Here are the steps:
1. Press and hold an empty space on the home screen to access the edit mode.
2. Tap the "+" icon on the upper left corner of the screen.
3. Search for the weather widget by scrolling down, or type "weather" in the search box.
4. Select the widget size you prefer (small, medium, or large).
5. Tap the widget to customize the location, theme, or enable/disable background blur.
6. Tap "Add Widget."
7. Swipe to the widget until it is placed on the lock screen.
Method 2: Using Siri to Display Weather on iPhone Lock Screen
The second method involves using Siri to display weather on your iPhone lock screen. Here are the steps:
1. Press and hold the side button or say the "Hey Siri" command to activate Siri.
2. Ask Siri for the weather forecast by saying "What’s the weather today?"
3. Siri will display the weather information on the iPhone lock screen for a few seconds.
Method 3: Using a Third-Party App
You can also display weather on iPhone lock screen using third-party apps. In this method, we will use the Weather Underground app. Here are the steps:
1. Download and install the Weather Underground app from the App Store.
2. Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls.
3. Add the "Today View" widget to the Control Center.
4. Swipe down from the top-right edge of your iPhone to access the Control Center.
5. Tap the "Today View" widget icon.
6. Find the Weather Underground widget and tap the "+" icon to add it.
7. Return to the iPhone lock screen to view the weather information from the widget.
Why Can’t I Display Weather on iPhone Lock Screen?
There could be several reasons why you can’t display weather on iPhone lock screen. Some of the reasons include:
1. You have not enabled location access for the weather app.
2. Your internet connection is not active or weak.
3. You have not updated your iPhone to iOS 14.
4. The weather app is not installed on your iPhone.
5. The iOS device is too old.
If you are experiencing issues, try enabling location access, ensuring you have an internet connection, updating your iPhone to iOS 14, installing the weather app, or upgrading your device.
Suggestions
If you want to see the weather information quickly and conveniently, it is best to use Method 1 or Method 2. However, if you prefer to customize the weather widget or have additional features, Method 3 is the best choice. Additionally, you can use the "Today View" widget in the Control Center to view weather information quickly and conveniently.
5 FAQs
Q: Can I customize the weather app on the lock screen?
A: Yes, you can customize the weather app on the lock screen by changing the location, theme, or enable/disable background blur.
Q: Can I add more widgets to the iPhone lock screen?
A: Yes, you can add more widgets to the iPhone lock screen by following the same steps as Method 1.
Q: Can I display the weather forecast for a different location?
A: Yes, you can display the weather forecast for a different location by changing the location setting in the weather app or widget.
Q: Why does Siri not display weather on the lock screen?
A: Siri may not be able to display weather on the lock screen if you have turned off Siri access on the lock screen. You can enable Siri access on the lock screen by going to Settings > Face ID & Passcode (or Touch ID & Passcode) > Allow Access When Locked > Siri.
Q: Can I display weather information for the whole week?
A: Yes, you can display weather information for the whole week by customizing the weather widget or using a third-party weather app that displays weather information for the week.
Conclusion
You can display weather information on the iPhone lock screen using various methods, such as adding a widget, using Siri, or using a third-party app. The steps are easy to follow, and you need to ensure that your location access is enabled, your iPhone is updated to iOS 14, and you have an active internet connection. If you can’t display weather information, ensure that you have installed the weather app, your device is not outdated, or you have upgraded your device. With these methods, you can quickly and conveniently check the weather information without unlocking your iPhone.
