In a surprising turn of events, Google has opted to remove the Weather Map feature from its Pixel Weather app, a decision that has left many users scratching their heads. This change, observed across all Pixel devices, appears to have occurred through a server-side adjustment rather than a conventional update via the Play Store.
Community Reactions and Observations
Users have taken to platforms like Reddit and the Google Community forum to express their confusion over the sudden disappearance of this feature. The Weather Map, which had only been introduced in August 2024, was a welcome addition for many, particularly in regions such as the US, UK, Europe, and Japan. It provided a traditional radar map experience, complete with a six-hour precipitation forecast and the ability to track the movement of rainy clouds, making it a valuable tool for real-time weather updates.
As of recent days, the Weather Map has vanished without a trace. Users can no longer find the card in city views or any locations, even those currently experiencing rainfall. This abrupt removal has raised questions about the intentions behind it.
What Remains Unchanged
Despite the loss of the Weather Map, other features within the app remain unaffected. Users can still access:
- AI Weather Report
- Hourly Forecast
- 10-day Forecast
- Wind and Precipitation Data
As the community awaits further clarification from Google, the uncertainty surrounding the Weather Map’s removal lingers. Whether this was a deliberate decision or an oversight remains to be seen, but many hope for a resolution that will bring back this useful feature in the near future.
