If you’re tired of seeing weather forecasts for the wrong location on your iPad, you’re not alone. Many users wonder how to make their iPad’s weather information more accurate and relevant to their daily lives. You can change your weather location on the iPad by long-pressing the Weather widget, tapping ‘Edit Widget,’ and selecting your desired location.
Having the correct weather information can make a big difference in day-to-day planning. Whether you’re checking the forecast for your hometown or preparing for a vacation, updating your weather location ensures you always have the most relevant data at your fingertips. This simple change helps you stay informed and ready for any weather conditions.
Additionally, by allowing your iPad to use Location Services, you can let the device automatically update the weather based on your current whereabouts. This feature keeps your weather widget current and saves you the trouble of manual updates.
How to Change the Weather Location on iPad
The Weather app on iPad automatically shows conditions based on your current location, but you can easily view weather information for other cities or switch locations manually. This guide walks you through all available methods.
Method 1: Add a New City in the Weather App
- Open the Weather app on your iPad.
- Tap the search bar (magnifying glass icon) at the top.
- Type the name of the city, zip code, or airport code.
- Select the correct location from the search results.
- The city will be added to your weather list automatically.
You can now swipe left or right to view weather for different locations.
Method 2: Set a Default Weather Location
If you prefer to see weather for a specific city instead of your current location:
- Open the Weather app.
- Make sure the city you want is already added.
- Tap and hold the city in the location list.
- Drag it to the top of the list.
The city at the top becomes the default view when you open the app.
Method 3: Turn Location Services On or Off
If the Weather app is showing the wrong location or you want to control automatic location updates:
- Open Settings on your iPad.
- Go to Privacy & Security → Location Services.
- Ensure Location Services is turned On.
- Scroll down and tap Weather.
- Choose one of the following:
- Always – Automatically updates weather based on your location
- While Using the App
- Never – Disable automatic location tracking
Turning off location access lets you manually select cities instead.
Method 4: Remove a Weather Location
- Open the Weather app.
- Tap the list icon (three lines) to see all locations.
- Swipe left on the city you want to remove.
- Tap Delete.
Note: You can’t remove your current location if Location Services are enabled.
Method 5: Fix Incorrect Weather Location
If the Weather app shows the wrong city or doesn’t update properly:
- Check that Location Services are enabled
- Make sure your iPad is connected to Wi‑Fi or cellular data
- Restart the Weather app or your iPad
- Update iPadOS to the latest version
Summary
Changing the weather location on iPad is simple and flexible. You can add multiple cities, reorder them to set a default, or rely on automatic location updates using Location Services. Whether you’re traveling or just checking the forecast elsewhere, the Weather app makes it easy to stay informed.
Key Takeaways
- Long-press the Weather widget and tap ‘Edit Widget’ to change your location.
- You can manually input your desired location for more relevant weather data.
- Enabling Location Services keeps your weather information updated automatically.
Managing Locations in the Weather App
To effectively manage weather locations on your iPad, you need to know how to add and remove locations, adjust location services, and set default locations. These tasks help ensure that you always have accurate and relevant weather information.
Adding or Removing Locations
Adding or removing locations in the Weather app is simple. First, open the Weather app on your iPad. Go to the search bar, which is on the left side if your iPad is horizontal. Type the city or location you want to add.
When the results appear, tap on the desired location. The weather details will display. To add this location, tap the Add button. If you wish to remove a location, swipe left on the location in your weather list and tap the Remove button.
Adjusting Location Services
Adjusting Location Services ensures your Weather app can access the most accurate data. Open the Settings app and go to Privacy. Then, tap on Location Services.
Make sure that Location Services is enabled. Find the Weather app in the list. You can set the app to access your location While Using the App or Always. This choice affects how the app updates your current location and provides weather information.
Setting Default Locations
Setting a default location ensures you always see weather data for your preferred city first. Long-press the Weather Widget on your iPad’s Home Screen and select Edit Widget.
Tap the location field, which is usually highlighted in blue. Enter the city name in the search bar. Tap on the correct search result to set it as your default location. This will now be the first location you see when you open the Weather app.
That’s how you can efficiently manage your locations in the Weather app on your iPad. By adding, removing, and setting default locations, you keep your weather information up-to-date and relevant.
