The fact is, we care about giving you the most accurate and helpful weather information possible. When it comes to rain or snow fall totals, we may not have that data yet, but the NWS provides the past 3 days, so you may be able to find that data from them.
The National Weather Service (NWS) area forecast provides a broader, regional view of weather conditions. It is often based on observations from nearby official sites such as airports and guidance from local NWS forecast offices.
Our report focuses more closely on your specific location and may include additional nearby sensors to better reflect what is happening right around you.
Showing the NWS area forecast alongside our localized report feels right to us because weather is complex and no single source can capture every detail in every situation. Either source can occasionally miss something. Comparing both helps provide a more complete picture and ensures important information is not overlooked, especially when conditions vary across short distances or change quickly and safety matters most.
We sincerely hope you find it helpful and convenient!