Google DeepMind’s WeatherNext 3 Trains on Weather Station Observations to Deliver 5 km Global Forecasts, Refreshed Every Hour

Google DeepMind has launched WeatherNext 3, an upgraded model utilizing a functional generative network to provide 5 km global forecasts. The system ingests live geostationary satellite mosaics and weather station observations, refreshing data every hour. These high-resolution forecasts are integrated directly into Google Search, Gemini, Maps, and Cloud APIs. By leveraging these diverse data sources, WeatherNext 3 delivers precise, frequent updates across various Google platforms to enhance global weather reporting and accessibility for users.