Owners of Xiaomi smartphones and smart devices often notice a pre-installed app with a sun or cloud icon that automatically appears after the first activation of the gadget. Xiaomi Weather app is not just a simple temperature indicator outside the window, but a comprehensive service deeply integrated into the shell of MIUI and HyperOS. It collects data about the current weather, predicts changes a few days ahead and synchronizes this information with the system widgets of the lock screen and desktop.
Many users underestimate the potential of this tool, considering it as superfluous software, but the system features hyperlocal data, storm warnings and even information about air quality. The system application works in the background, optimizing power consumption, but if configured incorrectly, it can cause questions about battery consumption or incorrect data display in a particular region.
In this article, we will discuss in detail how the service works, why it sometimes refuses to show data, and whether it should be replaced with third-party counterparts. Understanding the principles of operation of com.miui.weather2 (the technical name of the package) will help you to correctly customize the device to your needs.
The main functionality and capabilities of the system
The basic purpose of the application is to provide up-to-date meteorological information. However, in the Xiaomi ecosystem, this process is implemented with the help of the shell. Seris provides hourly forecast, data on humidity, pressure, wind speed and rainfall probability. An important feature is the adaptation of the interface: the background of the application and widgets dynamically changes depending on the time of day and current weather conditions, creating a visual connection with reality.
One of the key features is the warning system: Emergency notifications for thunderstorms, hurricanes or heat waves come even when the application is closed. This is implemented through system push notifications, which are high priority on Android. For travelers, the automatic location feature is useful: when moving to another city, data is updated without manual intervention.
- 🌤 Dynamic widgets of different sizes for the main screen and Always On Display.
- 🌪 System of alerts about adverse weather events in real time.
- 🌍 Support for air quality display (AQI) and the level of UV radiation.
- 📅 Extended 15-day forecast with hourly detail.
⚠️ Note: For the correct operation of the location function, you must allow access to geodata in the “Always” or “When used” mode, otherwise automatic city switching will not work.
It’s worth noting that the visual component of the app is closely related to the theme of the system design. If you use custom themes from the MIUI Themes store, the style of icons and fonts in the weather app can also change, providing a unified visual style of the interface.
Data sources and vendor problem
The most common question that new users have is, “Where does the app get data from?” For a long time, The Weather Channel (IBM) has been Xiaomi’s main partner, but sources may vary from region to region and across firmware versions (Global, China, EEA), and in some cases, AccuWeather or local weather services integrated through APIs provide data.
The problem is that the user often cannot explicitly choose the data provider in the settings, and the system itself determines the most relevant source based on geolocation, which can lead to situations where the data in one city is accurate, and in the next city it differs from reality by several degrees, in which case it helps to clear the cache or change the region in the device settings.
📊 Which weather source is more important to you?
Accuracy of temperature
Precipitation forecast by minutes
Beautiful animation.
Air pollution index
For tech-savvy users, there is a possibility of influencing the source of data by changing the region, for example, when choosing a region “India” or “Singapore” can connect different databases than in the region “Russia” or “Germany”, but this affects the operation of other system services, such as the GetApps store or the Mi Browser browser.
Hidden APIs and third-party clients
Some enthusiasts use third-party clients to get raw data from Xiaomi servers, as the official website is the most popular. API often closed or requires access keys that are difficult for the average user to obtain.> Customization of widgets and lock screen Integration of the Weather application into the interface MIUI/HyperOS Weather widgets can be placed on the lock screen, in the notification curtain and on the desktop, and these elements are customized both through the application itself and through the desktop editing menu. To change the style, you need to pinch your finger on the widget or go to the theme settings. An important aspect is synchronization with Always On Display (AOD). If your device supports the Always On screen feature, temperature and time data can be displayed continuously, consuming minimal power due to the fact that the device is always on. OLED-matrix. The setting of this parameter is in the Settings section. → Lock screen → Always On Display. ☑️ Checking widget settings Allow auto-run Weather App Enable geolocation access Select city by default Check work permit in background Completed: 0 / 4 Users can customize the order of the cities. The main city (by default) is usually defined by SIM-card GPS, But it can be recorded manually, adding additional cities allows you to track the weather at the place of residence of relatives or at the planned vacation spot directly from the home screen. Battery consumption and background work A frequent complaint of users is that the application “eats” battery charge. This is partly justified by the specifics of the work: for the relevance of data, the application must regularly access the network and GPS-module. However, current versions of MIUI have implemented optimization algorithms that limit background activity if you don't actively use widgets. If you notice anomalous flow, it's worth checking your energy saving settings. Going to Power Saving mode can limit the frequency of updates, which will lead to less relevant data, but will save charge. The balance between accuracy and autonomy can be found in the settings of the application itself by changing the refresh interval. Parameter Impact on the battery Recommendation Update interval High (when 15 min) Increase to 30-60 min accuracy GPS Average Use "On the Net" indoors Background animation Low Can be left on Push notifications Minimum Leave on for storms ⚠️ Attention: Forced stopping of the process com.miui.weather2 Through application settings, the widget may disappear from the desktop and stop updates until the next reboot. To minimize the impact on autonomy, it is recommended to allow the application to work in the background only when necessary, avoiding complete blocking if you need current widgets. Typical errors and methods of their elimination The most common problem is the lack of data update or the message “Weather data failed to be obtained». This is often due to server locks in a particular region or Internet connection issues. The first step should always be to check network access and the correct date and time set. The second frequent scenario is mislocation. If the application shows the weather for another city, you need to reset the geolocation permissions and issue them again by selecting the "Exact Location" option. Also helps to clear the cache through the application management menu. In some cases, the problem lies in antivirus software or third-party firewalls that block the connection of the system application to Xiaomi servers. Adding the application to the exception list or "whitelist" usually solves the problem with the alternatives? The standard solution from Xiaomi wins in depth integration: it looks better in conjunction with the theme, less load the processor when switching between windows and guaranteed to work with the lock screen. Third-party applications (Weather Underground, Yandex.Weather) may offer more detailed rainfall maps or radars, but replacing a system application often leads to widget conflicts. You can’t use Xiaomi’s widget and Yandex.Weather widget on the same screen without losing functionality or aesthetics. 💡For most users, removing the regular weather app is impractical due to the loss of native integration with the shell. MIUI/HyperOS and lock screen widgets. If you are not satisfied with the accuracy of the data, it is better to try to configure the source inside the application or use the widgets of third-party services in parallel, leaving the system application for the basic functionality and lock screen (FAQ) Can you completely remove the Weather Xiaomi app? It's technically a system application, and you can't normally delete it through your settings. ADB-commands to decontaminate system packets, which can lead to unstable widgets and themes. Why does the app show the weather in English? The application language depends on the system language and the region selected. If the region is set to "USA" or "India", the interface can switch to English. Check the settings in the Settings section → Additional settings → Language and region: How to change the default city in the widget? Go to the Weather app itself, click on the cities menu (usually the list icon or plus), find the desired city and select the "Make Main" option, or drag it to the first position on the list. Why don't rain notifications come? Check whether the phone is worth it in "Do Not Disturb" or "No Sound" mode. Also make sure that the notification settings for the Weather app allow critical notifications and Internet access is not limited by power saving mode.