How to permanently remove the Weather app on Xiaomi phone: from shutdown to complete removal

Why does the Weather app bother Xiaomi users and can it be safely removed?

Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often face a problem: the built-in Weather app** not only takes up space in memory, but also consumes up to 15% of battery power in the background (test data on MIUI 14 with a weather widget on the home screen).

The fact is that MIUI's Weather is integrated at the firmware level as a system application, and it's connected to geolocation services, a desktop widget, and even some of the features of Xiaomi Cloud. But that doesn't mean that the user has to put up with it. There are at least 5 ways, from simple shutdown to complete removal with ADB or root rights.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods, including hidden MIUI settings, commands for ADB, and explain why some widgets may stop working after deleting, starting with the safest option, which is to turn off without deleting.

Method 1: Disable the Weather app through settings (without deleting)

If you don’t have to completely remove the app, just stop it and hide it from the screen, this method is best suited.It requires no special knowledge and works on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and later, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 and Xiaomi 13.

What exactly does the blackout do?

• ✅ The application stops updating data in the background
• ✅ Disappears from the app menu (but stays in the system)
• ✅ The weather widget on the main screen stops working
• ❌ Does not free up space in memory (application files remain)

Step instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search bar, type in “Weather” and select the app.
3. Click Disable (if the button is inactive, click Stop first).
4. Confirm the action in the window that appears.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T) After the shutdown, the Weather Watch widget may disappear on the lock screen, and to return it, you will have to turn the app on again.

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Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root rights)

If the shutdown is not enough, you can remove the Weather app** completely using the ADB (Android Debug Bridge – This method does not require root rights, but requires connecting the phone to a computer, and is suitable for all Xiaomi models, except those where the manufacturer has blocked the device. ADB-commands (for example, some versions of the MIUI European market).

Advantages of the method:

• 📱 Complete removal of the application (released) ~50-80 MBT memory)
• 🔧 Doesn't require root rights
• 🔄 The ability to restore the application through ADB, if something goes wrong

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and press 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect the phone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.
4. Download ADB Tools and unpack it into a folder.
5. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type:

adb devices


adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.weather2

If the command is successful, the application will be removed. To return it, use:

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.weather2

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global Stable after removal through ADB The geolocation service for other applications (e.g. Google Maps) may stop working. Before deleting, check if Weather uses location data in its privacy settings.

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Before deleting via ADB, back up your application data using the adb backup -f weather.ab com.miui.weather2 command. This will help you restore your settings if you change your mind.

Method 3: Delete with root rights (for advanced users)

If you have root rights (for example, through Magisk), you can delete Weather** as a regular application using a file manager or terminal, which gives you maximum control, but also maximum risks - improper actions can lead to a system failure.

What you need:

• 📱 Xiaomi smartphone with unlocked bootloader and root rights
• 🛠️ Root-enabled file manager (e.g., Root Explorer or Solid Explorer)
• 🔧 Terminal (e.g. Termux)

Instructions:

1. Open the file manager and go to /system/priv-app/Weather2 or /system/app/Weather2 (the path may vary depending on the model).
2. Delete the Weather2 folder or rename it Weather2.bak.
3. Reboot the phone.

Alternative method through the terminal:

su


mount -o rw,remount /system




rm -rf /system/priv-app/Weather2




mount -o ro,remount /system




reboot

⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi) 11T Pro, Redmi K50) Removing Weather** via root may cause a bootloop error if the application is linked to other services MIUI. Before removing, make sure to backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox.

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Method 4: Recovery via custom Recovery (TWRP/OrangeFox)

If your Xiaomi has customized recoveries (TWRP or OrangeFox) installed, you can remove Weather** straight from it, a method that is suitable for users who are already familiar with firmware and backups.

Advantages:

• 🔄 Ability to create a backup before removal
• 🗑️ Complete removal without traces
• 🛠️ It works even if the system is not loaded.

Instructions:

1. Load your phone in Recovery mode (usually Power + Volume Up).
2. Go to Advanced → File Manager.
3. Find /system/priv-app/Weather2 and delete it.
4. Go back to the main menu and select Wipe → Dalvik Cache.
5. Reboot the phone.

If the system does not boot after uninstalling, restore the backup or swipe the application back through ADB Sideload:

adb sideload weather2.zip

Method 5: Replace the standard "Weather" with an alternative (without removal)

If you don't want to remove the built-in app, but you want to get rid of its drawbacks (such as inaccurate predictions or high battery consumption), you can just turn it off and install an alternative. This method is the safest and does not require technical skills.

The best alternatives to Xiaomi’s Weather:

• 🌤️ AccuWeather – accurate forecasts, minimalist design
• ☁️ Yandex.Pogoda – optimized for Russia, supports widgets
• 🌪️ Windy is the best for weather-dependents (showing pressure, wind)
• 📊 Weather & Clock Widget – Maximum customization of the widget

How to replace:

1. Turn off the standard "Weather" (see Method 1).
2. Install an alternative app from Google Play.
3. Add the new app widget to the main screen:

Advantages of this method:

• ✅ No risk to the system
• ✅ You can return the standard weather at any time.
• ✅ Alternative applications often more accurately and economically consume the battery

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Replacing the standard Weather with an alternative is the best option for most users, as it combines security and functionality.

What happens if you remove the “Weather” on Xiaomi: the possible consequences

Before you remove a system application, it is important to understand what this can lead to. Depending on the Xiaomi model and the version of MIUI, the consequences can vary from minor to critical.

Possible problems after removal:

• ❌ Weather widgets on the main screen and lock screen will stop working.
• ❌ In some firmware, the temperature indicator in the status bar will disappear.
• ❌ Automatic rules may break in Settings → Special facilities → Automation if they use weather data.
• ❌ Nana MIUI 13/14 Sometimes the geolocation service for other applications stops working.

How to minimize the risks:

• 🔹 Before deleting, check if the “Weather” is used in the Settings. → Confidentiality → Permits → Auto-start.
• 🔹 Make a backup through TWRP or ADB backup.
• 🔹 If something breaks after removing it, restore the application (see the commands in Method 2).

On some models (POCO F4, Redmi Note 11 Pro+), the removal of the Weather passes without consequences, and on others (for example, Xiaomi 12S Ultra) can lead to errors in the MIUI. If you are not sure, start by turning off (see Method 1).

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing the Weather app on Xiaomi