How to put a weather widget on the main screen Xiaomi Redmi: all ways and life hacks

Why you need a weather widget on Redmi and what it can do

The Xiaomi Redmi home screen weather widget is not just a decoration, it's a useful tool that saves time. Instead of opening the app, you get the actual data right on the screen: temperature, precipitation, humidity and even the UV index, which is especially useful for those who plan the day with weather in mind — whether it's choosing clothes, deciding to walk or ride a bike.

Modern widgets on MIUI (Xiaomi's shells support dynamic wallpaper that varies depending on the time of day and weather, for example, in sunny weather, the background can become brighter, and in the rain it can become blue. You just need to look at the screen to see if you have an umbrella.

It is important to understand that the functionality of the widget depends on the version. MIUI On new devices (e.g. Redmi Note 12 or Redmi) K60) Extended settings are available, while on budget models like Redmi. 10A Some widgets also require access to geolocation, without which data will be displayed inaccurately or not updated at all.

Preparation: What to check before installing the widget

Before you add a weather widget, make sure your Redmi is ready for it.

• 📱 Version. MIUI: Weather widgets are available starting with MIUI 10, but full support has been provided in MIUI 12 and later. You can check the version in Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
• 🌍 Geolocation: The widget must have access to your location. If geolocation is disabled, weather data will be displayed for a standard city (usually Beijing).
• 🔄 Auto Update: By default, the widget updates data every 2-6 hours. If you need more often, check the settings of the Weather app.
• 📶 Internet connection: Without a network connection, the widget will not be able to download current data.

If you use a third-party weather app (such as AccuWeather or Yandex.Weather), make sure it is installed and has all the necessary permissions. Some widgets may conflict with system ones, so you should remove duplicate applications before installing.

⚠️ Note: On devices with root rights or custom firmware, weather widgets may not work properly. If the data is not updated after installation, try resetting the Weather app settings to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Weather. → Warehouse → Clear the data.

Method 1: Xiaomi’s standard weather widget (the easiest)

If you don’t want to install third-party apps, use the built-in widget from Xiaomi. It’s already pre-installed on all devices with a mobile app. MIUI and synchronized with the Weather System App.

Instructions for addition:

1. Press and hold the empty space on the home screen (not the icon!).
2. At the bottom of the screen will appear menu – select the item Widgets.
3. Scroll down to the Tools section and find the Weather widget (usually called Weather). 4×2 or the weather 4×1).
4. Click on the widget and drag it to a free space on the home screen.
5. Release your finger, the widget will be added, and you may need to confirm access to the geolocation when you first start up.

The standard widget shows:

• 🌡️ Current temperature and weather conditions (sunshine, rain, snow, etc.).
• 📍 City (can be changed in the Weather app settings).
• 🕒 Sunrise/Sunset Time (on some models).
• 💧 Humidity and pressure (if you include in the widget settings).

To change the default city, open the Weather app, click on the three dots in the top right corner, and select City Management, where you can add multiple locations and switch between them right in the widget (flicking left/right).

Weather data is updated automatically|

The city is displayed correctly|

The widget does not cover important icons|

The color scheme of the widget harmonizes with the wallpaper-->

Method 2: Widgets from third-party applications (AccuWeather, Yandex.Weather, Weather & Clock Widget)

If you don't like the standard widget, you can install an alternative.

Installation of a third-party widget:

1. Download and install the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and provide access to geolocation and notifications (if required).
3. Return to the main screen, press and hold your finger in a free place. → Widgets.
4. Find the widget of the installed application (such as AccuWeather 4×2) and drag it to the screen.
5. Customize the look: usually you need to click on the widget and select Settings or Change.

Important: Some widgets (like Weather & Clock Widget) require additional permissions to work in the background. Without that, they won't update the data. To enable background work, go to Settings. → Annexes → Permits → Auto Launch and Add the App to the List.

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If the widget isn’t updated, try manually synchronizing data: open the weather app, pull the screen down (as when updating the tape), and wait for new data to load.

Method 3: Weather widget via Google Feed (for users with Google App)

If you have Google Feed installed on your Redmi, you can add a weather widget right there, which is suitable for those who use Google services frequently.

How do I add:

1. Swipe left on the home screen to open Google Feed.
2. At the bottom of the screen, click on the icon. ⚙️ Settings (or ⋮ → Settings).
3. Select Ribbon Settings → Weather.
4. Turn on the weather switch.
5. Select a city (the default is your current location).
6. Return to the main screen – now, when swiping to the left, you will see a block with the weather at the top of the tape.

Advantages of this method:

• 🔄 Automatic update without additional applications.
• 🌐 Google data is usually more accurate than the standard Xiaomi widget.
• 📱 Does not take up space on the home screen (weather only appears in Google Feed).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ It only works if the Google App is installed and enabled.
• ❌ There is no possibility to customize the appearance (size, colors, etc.).

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi firmware (especially Chinese ones), Google Feed may be disabled by default. To enable it, install the Google App from Google Play and restart your phone.

Customization of the appearance of the widget: colors, sizes, transparency

The standard Xiaomi widget has limited settings, but third-party apps (like Weather & Clock Widget) allow you to deeply customize the look and feel.

• 🎨 Color scheme: background selection (transparent, gradient, solid color), text color and icons.
• 📏 Size and shape: widgets are available 1×1, 2×2, 4×1, 4×2 even 5×2. You can choose round or square corners.
• 📊 Displayed information: temperature, humidity, pressure, wind speed, UV index, moon phases.
• 🖼️ Animations: Some widgets support dynamic effects (e.g. falling snow or moving clouds).

Example of settings in Weather & Clock Widget:

1. Click on the widget and select Settings (or Edit Widget).
2. Go to the Appearance tab.
3. Select Skin – you can download additional themes here.
4. Set up Transparency if you want the widget to blend in with the wallpaper.
5. Save the changes and return to the main screen.

If the widget looks too bright or, conversely, merges with the background, try the following tricks:

• 🖌️ Use dark wallpaper for light widgets and vice versa.
• 🔍 Turn on Adaptive Color (if there is such an option) - the widget will adjust to the wallpaper.
• 📱 Check if the widget covers important icons, change its size or location if necessary.

Problem Solving: The widget doesn’t work, doesn’t update, or shows the wrong city

If the weather widget has stopped updating or shows incorrect data, the reasons may be as follows:

If nothing helps, try resetting the Weather app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the weather and click on it.
3. Select Warehouse → Clear data and Clear cache.
4. Reboot the phone and add the widget again.

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If the widget stops working after the update MIUI, Try updating the Weather app via Google Play (if available there) or install it APK latest version manually.

Additional life hacks: how to make the weather widget as useful as possible

The weather widget can be not only informative, but also functional. Here are some non-obvious features:

• 🌅 Dynamic wallpaper: B MIUI 12+ There's a Super Wallpaper feature that changes depending on the time of day and the weather. → Wallpaper. → Super wallpaper.
• 🔔 Weather Alerts: You can set up rain, snow or extreme temperature notifications in the Weather app.Way:Weather app → ⋮ → Settings → Weather notifications.
• 📱 Widget on lock screen: Some applications (such as Weather & Clock Widget) allow you to add widgets to lockscreen.
• 🌍 Multicity: If you travel frequently, add a few cities to the widget. In the standard Xiaomi app, this is done through City Management, and in third-party ones through the widget settings.

Another useful trick is voice control, so if you have a Google Assistant or Alexa setup, you can ask about the weather in your voice without opening the widget.

• Okay, Google, what's the weather like today?
• Alice, do I need an umbrella today?
• Google, what is the forecast for tomorrow in Moscow?

If you use Xiaomi Home, you can integrate the weather widget with other devices, such as setting the heater to turn on automatically when the temperature drops below a certain value.

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To prevent the weather widget from eating up the battery, limit the frequency of updates. In the Weather app settings, select the interval of 3-6 hours instead of Constant.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the weather widgets on Xiaomi Redmi