WeatherNext 3 — Google DeepMindSkip to main content Explore our next generation AI systems Explore models Gemini GeminiBuild intelligent agents Gemini OmniCreate anything from anything Nano BananaCreate and edit detailed images Gemini AudioTalk, create and control audio Specialized models VeoGenerate cinematic video with audio ImagenGenerate high-quality images from text LyriaGenerate high fidelity music and audio World models & physical AI Genie 3Generate and explore interactive worlds Gemini RoboticsPerceive, reason, use tools and interact Open models GemmaBuild responsible AI applications at scale Our latest AI breakthroughs and updates from the lab Explore research Breakthroughs SIMA 2An agent that plays, reasons, and learns with you Genie 3Generate and explore interactive worlds AlphaGoMastering the game of Go Gemini RoboticsPerceive, reason, use tools and interact Learn more Evals Publications Responsibility Frontier safety Unlocking a new era of discovery with AI Explore science Breakthroughs AlphaFoldPredict protein structures with high accuracy WeatherNextFast and accurate AI weather forecasting AlphaEarthMap our planet in unprecedented detail AlphaEvolveDesign advanced algorithms for math and applications in computing Learn more Gemini for Science Experimental Tools Science Skills Our mission is to build AI responsibly to benefit humanity About Google DeepMind ResponsibilityEnsuring AI safety through proactive security, even against evolving threats NewsDiscover our latest AI breakthroughs, projects, and updates CareersWe’re looking for people who want to make a real, positive impact on the world Learn more Education Our National Partnerships for AI Accelerator programs The Podcast Models Explore our next generation AI systems Explore models Gemini GeminiBuild intelligent agents Gemini OmniCreate anything from anything Nano BananaCreate and edit detailed images Gemini AudioTalk, create and control audio Specialized models VeoGenerate cinematic video with audio ImagenGenerate high-quality images from text LyriaGenerate high fidelity music and audio World models & physical AI Genie 3Generate and explore interactive worlds Gemini RoboticsPerceive, reason, use tools and interact Open models GemmaBuild responsible AI applications at scale Research Our latest AI breakthroughs and updates from the lab Explore research Breakthroughs SIMA 2An agent that plays, reasons, and learns with you Genie 3Generate and explore interactive worlds AlphaGoMastering the game of Go Gemini RoboticsPerceive, reason, use tools and interact Learn more Evals Publications Responsibility Frontier safety Science Unlocking a new era of discovery with AI Explore science Breakthroughs AlphaFoldPredict protein structures with high accuracy WeatherNextFast and accurate AI weather forecasting AlphaEarthMap our planet in unprecedented detail AlphaEvolveDesign advanced algorithms for math and applications in computing Learn more Gemini for Science Experimental Tools Science Skills About Our mission is to build AI responsibly to benefit humanity About Google DeepMind Learn more Education Our National Partnerships for AI Accelerator programs The Podcast ResponsibilityEnsuring AI safety through proactive security, even against evolving threats NewsDiscover our latest AI breakthroughs, projects, and updates CareersWe’re looking for people who want to make a real, positive impact on the world Build with Gemini Try Gemini Google DeepMind Google AI Learn about all our AI Google DeepMind Explore the frontier of AI Google Labs Try our AI experiments Google Research Explore our research Products and apps Gemini app Chat with Gemini Google AI Studio Build with our next-gen AI models Google Antigravity Our agentic development platform Models Research Science About Build with Gemini Try Gemini WeatherNext 3Our most advanced global weather AI model yet Try WeatherNext 3 Your browser does not support the video tag. Your browser does not support the video tag.WeatherNext 3 is the first global weather model that generates forecasts every hour of the day. It delivers local data for people and enterprises, into Google products like Search, Maps, and Gemini, so we can all make smarter, better-informed decisions. Overview Capabilities Impact Try WeatherNext 3 Smarter forecasting. Smarter decisions.Every day, the weather influences billions of decisions. Some are as simple as grabbing an umbrella. Others shape entire economies. As our weather grows more extreme, the stakes grow higher.For decades, weather forecasting worked on numerical predictions and physical approximations. These models were a triumph of science and engineering – but also complex and costly to operate.With WeatherNext 3, forecasters get better reach, speed, and detail than ever before. Every hour of the day, every day of the year. So that we can all – from individuals to enterprises – make smarter, better-informed decisions. Your browser does not support the video tag.Live, local, actionable dataWeatherNext 3 is an ensemble model, directly leveraging satellite data to deliver higher-resolution and significantly more accurate forecastsHourly forecastsUnlike previous models, WeatherNext 3 draws directly from raw satellite imagery. This enables the model to generate forecasts every hour, helping users track fast-changing weather conditions like rain and snow.Increased resolutionWeatherNext 3 can predict all surface variables – including weather station targeted temperature and humidity at 5km resolution, and other surface variables like wind at 10km. This results in significantly more accurate forecasts – even in locations the model hasn’t encountered in training.Industry applicationWeatherNext 3 is designed for industry application, forecasting relevant variables like renewable energy. For wind and solar farms, WeatherNext 3 covers variables like radiation and cloud cover, helping operators to manage more efficiently. Your browser does not support the video tag. Your browser does not support the video tag.How WeatherNext helped the National Hurricane Center better predict Hurricane Melissa’s historic landfall in Jamaica Read story Try WeatherNext 3WeatherNext 3 is being integrated into the Google products and tools that billions of people rely on – like Search, Maps, and Gemini. The model is also available for enterprise use, across a range of different applications.Gain access to high-resolution forecasts, without model setup. Including real-time operational data and historical forecasts.Try WeatherNext 3 in BigQuery, Earth Engine, Google Maps Platform and Google Cloud Storage. 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Google DeepMind focuses on advancing AI breakthroughs, emphasizing responsibility, safety, and unlocking scientific discovery through its research and development efforts. The organization outlines a range of advanced models, specialized systems, and core research areas. These include the Gemini family of models, which encompasses Gemini Omni, Nano Banana for image creation, AudioTalk for audio control, and Gemma for building responsible applications at scale. Specialized models extend this scope, featuring Veo for generating cinematic video with audio, Imagen for producing high-quality images from text, and Lyria for generating high fidelity music and audio. Furthermore, the group explores World models and physical AI through Genie 3, designed to generate and explore interactive worlds, and Gemini Robotics, which focuses on the perception, reasoning, tool use, and interaction capabilities of agents.

The research portfolio extends into domain-specific applications, particularly in science. Breakthroughs highlight AlphaFold, which accurately predicts protein structures, and AlphaEarth, which maps the planet in unprecedented detail. WeatherNext is presented as another significant achievement, demonstrating fast and accurate AI weather forecasting.

WeatherNext 3 represents Google DeepMind's most advanced global weather AI model, designed to deliver forecasts every hour of the day, every day of the year. This model operates as an ensemble, directly utilizing satellite data to achieve higher resolution and significantly improved accuracy compared to previous methods. Unlike prior models relying on numerical predictions or physical approximations, WeatherNext 3 draws from raw satellite imagery to track fast-changing conditions such as rain and snow hourly. The system achieves increased resolution by predicting all surface variables, including weather station targeted temperature and humidity at 5km resolution, and other variables like wind at 10km, allowing for highly accurate predictions even in previously unseen locations. This capability is designed for industry application, enabling efficient management of resources such as renewable energy by forecasting relevant variables like radiation and cloud cover for wind and solar farms.

WeatherNext 3 is integrated into core Google products like Search, Maps, and Gemini, making high-resolution forecasts accessible to individuals and enterprises for smarter decision-making. The research also includes experimental platforms such as the Weather Lab, which functions as an interactive platform for exploring and testing new weather AI models, allowing users to track tropical cyclones in near real-time and compare experimental models against established meteorological baselines. The overarching mission of Google DeepMind is to build AI responsibly to benefit humanity, which involves ensuring AI safety through proactive security against evolving threats and pursuing frontier safety in all areas of discovery.