How to add weather to the screen of the phone Xiaomi: all ways and life hacks

Xiaomi’s home screen weather display is not just a handy feature, but a must for those who are used to planning their day with atmospheric conditions in mind. MIUI-based smartphones offer several ways to display information about temperature, precipitation and forecast, from standard widgets to hidden features of the branded shell. However, many users face problems: the widget suddenly disappears after an update, shows incorrect data or is not available at all.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current methods for adding weather to the Redmi, POCO and other Xiaomi lines, including solutions for cases when standard settings do not work. You’ll learn how to set up automatic data updates, change the display style and even add weather to the notification panel. And for owners of devices with MIUI 14 and later, we have prepared exclusive life hacks for integrating weather data into the Control Center.

Method 1: Standard weather widget in MIUI

The most obvious and versatile method is to use the built-in Weather widget, which is available on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of model, which not only shows the current temperature, but also provides an extended forecast for 10 days, UV radiation index and rainfall probability.

To add it to the main screen:

1. Touch and hold the empty space on the main screen.
2. At the bottom of the screen will appear menu – select the item Widgets.
3. Scroll through the list to the Tools section and find the Weather widget (usually 4×2 or 2×2).
4. Drag the widget to the free screen space.

If the widget is not listed, this may mean that:

• 🔄 Weather app disabled in settings (check in Settings) → Annexes → Application management).
• 📱 You have custom firmware installed without standard Xiaomi services.
• 🔄 Update required MIUI (lyric).

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If the weather widget doesn't update data, try manually updating it by pulling it down inside the widget itself, and check if geolocation access is enabled for the Weather app in the privacy settings.

Method 2: Weather in the notification panel (curtain)

Many users are unaware that weather information can be displayed directly to the notification panel (curtain), where it will always be at hand. AMOLED-screens, as it allows you to save battery power by using a dark theme.

Instructions for setting:

1. Turn the notification curtain swipe from top to bottom.
2. Touch the badge. ⚙️ Settings in upper right corner.
3. Select Edit the Notification Panel.
4. Find the weather element and drag it to the active area.
5. Press Ready.

Then, a miniature block with the current temperature and weather icon will appear in the curtain, and a full-fledged Weather app will open when you click on it.

Method 3: Widgets from Third-Party Applications

If the standard Xiaomi widget does not suit you (for example, due to inaccurate data or boring design), you can use third-party applications.

• 🌤️ AccuWeather – accurate forecast with radar maps.
• ☀️ Weather & Clock Widget – flexible look.
• 🌪️ Yahoo Weather – beautiful backgrounds synchronized with the weather.
• 🌍 Windy – for weather-dependent users with detailed animation.

To add a widget from a third-party application:

1. Install the selected application from Google Play.
2. Touch and hold the empty space on the home screen → Widgets.
3. Find the widget of the desired application (usually the name coincides with the name of the program).
4. Select a size and drag it to the screen.

Third-party widgets have the advantage of being able to choose the display style (minimalistic, detailed, with animation) and the data source. For example, AccuWeather allows you to set up an update every 15 minutes, while the standard MIUI widget is updated once an hour.

Make sure there is free space on the screen | Check the permissions of the application (geolocation, Internet) | Turn off battery optimization for the weather application |Reboot the phone after installation-->

Method 4: Weather through MIUI themes (hidden feature)

Few people know, but MIUI has a hidden ability to display weather directly on a lock screen or as a theme element, which works on devices with MIUI 12 and later, and allows you to integrate weather data into the overall design of the system.

How to activate:

1. Go to Settings → Design → Themes.
2. Select any topic marked Dynamic or Weather (e.g., Weather Minimalism).
3. Apply the theme and return to the main screen.
4. Touch and hold the empty space → Screen settings → Weather effects.
5. Turn on the switch Show the weather on the lock screen.

And then when you unlock the phone, you'll see the current temperature and the short forecast. Note that this method is not a replacement for the widget, but a complement to it. Data is taken from the standard Weather app, so turning it off will cause the information to disappear.

Method 5: Voice assistant and fast commands

If you need to know the weather quickly without looking for a widget, you can use the voice assistant XiaoAI (available on Chinese and global versions of MIUI), which is convenient for owners of devices that support Always On Display (AOD), as it allows you to display data even on the screen off.

How to set up:

1. Activate XiaoAI by saying “OK Google” or holding the Home button (on older models).
2. Tell the command, "Show the weather on the screen" or "Add the weather widget."
3. If the assistant offers options, select Add to the main screen.

For devices with Always On Display:

1. Go to Settings → Display → Always On Display
2. Select a weather-enabled display style (e.g., Digital Clock + Weather).
3. Set up the frequency of data updates (every hour is recommended).

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Voice commands only work when you are actively connected to the Internet. If XiaoAI does not recognize the request, check the language and region settings in Settings → Additional → Language and input.

The answer to the problem: why is the weather not showing?

If none of these methods worked, the reasons could be system settings or application conflicts, and let’s look at typical scenarios and solutions.

If the problem persists, try resetting the Weather app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Weather.
2. Click Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
3. Reboot the phone and add the widget again.

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After the data reset of the Weather application, you may need to reconfigure the city and units of measurement (Celsius/Fahrenheit).

Additional life hacks for owners of Xiaomi

In addition to standard methods, there are several hidden features that will make weather display even more convenient:

• 🔄 Automatic weather wallpaper change: Install the Wallpaper Carousel app and select theme Weather Wallpaper. background will change depending on the time of day and weather conditions.
• 📱 Weather in the status bar: In some firmware (for example, MIUI 14) you can output the temperature next to the time. → Lock screen → Additional settings → Weather in the status bar.
• 🌐 Alternative data sources: If the standard forecast seems inaccurate, you can change the data provider to AccuWeather or MeteoBlue in the Weather app settings.
• ⚡ Quick access via gestures: Set up double touch on the screen to open the Weather app in Settings → Additionally. → Gestures.

For users POCO and Redmi with MIUI for POCO A unique widget is available POCO Launcher Weather, which supports animations and additional weather parameters (such as pressure and humidity). POCO Launcher to the latest version via Google Play.

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On devices with MIUI 13 and older, the weather widget supports dynamic icons – they are animated when the weather changes (for example, it rains or the sun shines).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi weather setup

Now you know all the ways to bring weather to Xiaomi’s screen, and how to fix possible problems. If your phone model doesn’t support one of the methods, try alternatives – for example, third-party widgets or integration via Always On Display. Don’t forget to check for MIUI updates, as newer versions of the shell often add additional features to display weather data.