Why Custom Radio Weather Isn’t $19 a Month — And Never Should Be
Can you get weather audio for $19 a month?
Yes.
Will it sound good? Maybe.
Will it sound local? Not a chance.
At Local Storm Center, we’ve seen the rise of $19-per-month automated weather platforms. We’ve listened. We’ve compared. And we understand exactly what they are—and what they are not.
They’re not voiced by experienced broadcasters.
They’re not tailored to your automation system.
They’re not timed to fit your format.
They’re not sponsor-ready.
And they’re not what your station needs if you're trying to sound dependable, professional, and local.
What You're Really Paying For
Our rates reflect real work by real people—custom-voiced, clock-timed, sponsor-integrated weather forecasts that land cleanly into your radio automation system 365 days a year.
Here’s what every Local Storm Center client receives:
Custom-voiced audio by a seasoned broadcaster
(not an AI voice you hope your listeners won’t notice)Forecasts tailored to your dayparts and branding
(including alternate versions for multiple stations if needed)Sponsor-ready formatting
(professionally voiced, clearly labeled, legally compliant)Daily delivery—on time, every time—including weekends and holidays
(because weather doesn’t take a day off)
This is not just "a file." It's a broadcast-ready solution—and it’s produced by someone who’s been in your shoes, on your airwaves, and behind the scenes in local radio.
Why Sponsor Mentions Cost More
We charge extra for sponsor mentions. Why?
Because when your forecast says, “Brought to you by,” it’s not just weather—it’s ad space.
And ad space has value.
Including sponsor tags means:
Extra recording and labeling
Legal considerations (especially for non-commercial or LPFM stations)
Scripting, timing, and compliance
Integration with your station’s branding or underwriting language
If your station is making money off a forecast, your vendor should be compensated accordingly. It’s not about nickel-and-diming—it’s about respecting the value of the airtime you're monetizing.
To Our Legacy Clients
We’re proud to serve many longtime stations at discounted rates. You helped build this service. That’s why we’ve grandfathered your prices—even for sponsor-ready content—through December 2026.
But for new clients, pricing reflects today’s production costs, delivery standards, and market expectations. We believe in fairness—for you, and for us.
Final Thought
We’re not the cheapest. We’re the most dependable.
If you’re just looking to fill time, any AI voice will do.
If you want to sound local, polished, and sponsor-ready—you’re in the right place.
