Windy weather application

Windy, also known as Windy.com, is a world-renowned software application and web service that provides highly detailed weather forecasting and real-time meteorological data visualizations. The platform was created in 2014 by Ivo Lukačovič, a Czech billionaire, pilot, and programmer who previously founded Seznam.cz, the famous Czech search engine.

Originally launched as a small side project, it has grown into an essential tool for professional pilots, sailors, meteorologists, and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide. The product is primarily developed and maintained in Prague, Czech Republic. It is known for its high-resolution meteorological models, including the ECMWF, GFS, and ICON models, and its commitment to a clean, advertisement-free user experience.

The brand is owned by its parent company, Windyty, SE. As of 2026, it remains an independent Czech-owned entity. The service operates on a freemium model and provides professional-grade API services for commercial and scientific research purposes, maintaining its reputation as one of the most accurate weather visualization tools globally.