You’ve downloaded Alexa, and you were surprised to see that its location is set to Seattle, Washington. It’s automatically showing you what’s the weather like there. Good to know, but what if you live in Chicago or Miami? Don’t worry because you can change the weather location whenever you want. Keep reading to see what you have to do.
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Depending on the Echo device you’re using, you can access the weather information in several ways:
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| Voice Command | Say, “Alexa, what is the weather today in [location]?” This command works on any Echo device. |
| Echo Show | For devices with a screen, the home screen will display the weather automatically but requires updating your location. |
| Alexa Skills | Enable an Alexa Skill for automatic weather updates, requiring an updated location for accuracy. |
You can change the weather location through the Alexa app. If you don’t have it yet, download it from:
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That’s it! You have changed the location, and Alexa will now be able to give you more accurate information. To verify the update, ask Alexa what the weather is like outside. Her answer should match your new location.
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Anna Spark -
I had no idea this was adjustable! Thanks to your article, I can finally stop checking my phone for weather updates.
Andy J. -
Man, it’s amazing how something so simple makes such a big difference! Can't believe I put it off
Trâm Anh -
Hey! Can you also change the time zone for your Echo or is it automatically linked to location
Huyền Lizzie -
Is there a way to set it for different areas based on the time of day? I travel frequently for work
Lisa Mèo -
Great article! I've been wondering how to change my weather location. Next time it rains, I won't be surprised anymore!
Giang Hà -
Big thanks! I thought my Echo was broken because the weather was always wrong. Now I know it was just the settings
Nam Thái -
Funny enough, my Alexa was stuck on my old college town. Just fixed it, and now I know what to expect at home
Emily -
Thanks for the tips! I always struggled to change the location on my Echo device. Now I can finally get accurate weather updates
Sandy -
This guide was so easy to follow! My weather is now up-to-date, and that's amazing
Owen -
Can anyone share their experience if changing this setting enhances the accuracy overall?
Quang vn -
Wow, finally! I always wondered why my Echo was giving me the weather from a different city. Just changed it, and it works
Jamie -
I just changed mine this morning! It took less than a minute. Wish I had known this sooner!
David S. -
Great info! Just a tip, don’t forget to check your Echo’s settings after making changes. Sometimes it reverts back
Rachel Q. -
I have to share this with my friend who owns an Echo too! She always complains about the inaccurate weather
Mike -
This is awesome! I have been missing out on accurate weather forecasts for so long. No more surprises!
Lucy -
Thank you so much! I often forget to ask for the weather before leaving. Having it set to my location makes life easier.
MarkIT -
I love my Echo, but it really needed this update! Changing the weather location is a game-changer
Kathy -
I like this post! It’s simple and clear. My Echo weather updates are now accurate!
Willow -
Anyone else having issues getting accurate results even after changing settings? Might be something else wrong.
Jessica H. -
This saved me! I didn't realize I could change my weather location so quick. Thanks
Cleo -
LOL, I didn’t even know this was a thing until I read your article. It’s small things like this that make life easier
John789 -
This was so helpful! I didn't know how to do it until now. It's good to have the weather reflect my actual location
Tom -
Super easy to follow! I appreciate the step-by-step breakdown. My Echo now gives me the right weather forecasts!
Tina H -
Excellent article! I always thought it was complicated. Now I feel like a tech pro
Thùy Linh -
Can you do this for multiple locations too? I travel often and would love to check multiple forecasts easily
Kim Chi -
Wow, thanks! I just fixed my Alexa's location and it feels nice to finally know the right weather
Zoë -
This was a lifesaver for me! I can’t believe I waited this long to fix it
Charlie Brown -
I’ve been struggling with this for a while! Glad I finally found a comprehensive guide.
Phúc IT -
Just changed my Echo's weather setting. Feels good to finally get the right forecast
Jessie -
I didn't know this was possible! Thank you for making it easy to understand