How to set the Weather widget location on a Galaxy phone

Last Update date : 2026-06-09

Learn how to set the Weather widget location on your Samsung Galaxy phone, including adding the widget, changing locations, and troubleshooting GPS or app issues.

To set the Weather widget location on your Samsung Galaxy phone, ensure location services are enabled, then customize the widget to display your preferred city or region. Follow the steps below for accurate setup.

1. How to Set the Weather Widget Location on Your Samsung Galaxy Phone

Follow these steps to configure the Weather widget to show your desired location:

  1. Open the Home screen and long-press on an empty area to access the widget menu.
  2. Search for the Weather widget and tap to add it to your Home screen.
  3. Tap the widget to open its settings and select Location.
  4. Enter your preferred city or region and confirm the selection.

2. Why Does the Weather Widget Show the Wrong Location?

- The device's location services may be disabled. Ensure Location is turned on in Settings > Location.

- The Weather app or widget may need an update. Check for updates in the Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.

- The widget might be using outdated data. Clear the widget's cache by long-pressing it and selecting Remove, then re-add it.

3. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

The Weather widget is available on most Samsung Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S25, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy A series. Ensure your device runs the latest software version for optimal functionality.

4. Additional Things to Check

If the Weather widget still doesn't display the correct location:

  1. Restart your device to refresh location services.
  2. Check if the Weather app has permission to access your location in Settings > Apps > Permissions.
  3. Ensure your device's time zone is correctly set in Settings > Date and time.

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Step 1. Touch and hold an empty spot on the Home screen.

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Step 2. Tap Widgets.

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Step 3. Search and select the Weather widget.

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Step 4. Choose the widget style, and then tap Add, and then choose the location.

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Step 5. You can see the Weather widget on the Home screen with the selected location.

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