Widget weather from Google on the main screen Android may seem useful, but not all users like its constant presence. It takes up space, consumes battery power, and sometimes displays irrelevant data. Unfortunately standard Android settings do not always allow you to completely remove this element it is often integrated into launchers from manufacturers (Samsung One UI, Xiaomi MIUI, Oppo ColorOS).

In this article we will look at all possible methods - from basic to advanced, including disabling via ADBif the widget is “stuck” to the system. You learn how to hide the weather from the search bar, remove it from the lock screen and even block data updates via Google Play ServicesAnd also, what to do if after updating Android the widget returned on its own.

Why does the weather widget appear by itself?

The main reason is automatic integration of Google services in the firmware Android. Even if you manually deleted the widget from the home screen, it may return after:

  • 🔄 System updates (the manufacturer resets the launcher settings to default).
  • ⚡ Clearing the cache applications Google or Google Play Services.
  • 📱 Resetting the launcher (for example, after a crash or reboot).
  • 🔍 Activation of the Google search bar on the main screen (it has a built-in weather block).

On some devices (for example, Pixel or Nokia with pure Android), the weather widget is part of the Google Discover news feed to the left of the main screen. In this case, disabling it requires separate actions.

📊 How often do you check the weather on your smartphone?
Every day
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Only when traveling
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Method 1: Delete widget from the main screen (basic method)

If the weather widget is displayed as a separate element on the desktop, you can remove it in the standard way:

  1. Press and hold your finger on the weather widget.
  2. In the menu that appears, select Delete or drag it to the trash (icon Delete at the top of the screen).
  3. Confirm the action if required.

On some firmware (for example, MIUI) the widget may be “nailed” to the screen. In this case:

  • 🔧 Press and hold an empty space on the main screen → Screen settings → Widgets.
  • 🔍 Find the weather widget in the list and disable it slider.
  • 🔄 Reboot the device if the changes are not applied.

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Method 2: Disabling weather in the search bar Google

If the weather is displayed inside the Google search bar (next to the microphone icon or under the line), it can be hidden through the app settings:

  1. Open the application Google (not the browser!).
  2. Tap on your profile avatar in the upper right corner → Settings → General.
  3. Find the section On the main screen or Widgets.
  4. Disable the slider Weather or Weather notifications.

On devices with Google Discover (news feed to the left of the main screen):

  • 📱 Scroll left to open Discover.
  • 🔧 Tap on the gear icon in the upper right corner → Interests → Weather.
  • ❌ Select Hide this section or Do not show.
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If after disabling the weather is still shown, try clearing the cache applications Google in Android settings: Settings → Applications → Google → Memory → Clear cache.

Method 3: Block weather notifications

Sometimes Google sends weather notifications even without a widget. To turn them off:

  1. Go to Settings → Applications → Google.
  2. Select Notifications.
  3. Find a category Weather, Weather alert or Weather updates.
  4. Disable the slider or select Do not show notifications.

On some devices (for example, Samsung), weather notifications may come from the application Samsung Weather or AccuWeatherIn this case:

  • 🔍 Check the list of applications. in Settings → Notifications.
  • 🔔 Disable notifications for all weather services.
⚠️ Attention: On devices with Android 13+ some notifications can be controlled via the Settings → Security and privacy → Permissions → NotificationsIf option. is not available, try limiting the background activity of the application Google.

Method 4: Disabling background weather synchronization

Even if the widget removed Google Play Services may continue to download weather data in the background. To stop this:

  1. Go to Settings → Applications → Google Play Services.
  2. Select Mobile data and disable Background data.
  3. Go back and select Memory → Memory management → Clear all data (this will not delete your accounts, but it will reset some settings).

To disable it completely:

  • 🛡️ Go to Settings → Accounts → Google.
  • 🔄 Select your account → Account synchronization.
  • ❌ Disable the slider Weather or Google Assistant (if available).
Action Effect Side effects
Clearing cache Google Play Services Resets background tasks, including weather updates Push notifications from other applications may temporarily not work
Disable background data for Google Stops loading weather and news Google Assistant may work slower
Removing updates Google via Settings → Applications Returns the application to the factory version (without the weather widget) Other functions may disappear (for example, voice search)

Method 5: Advanced removal via ADB (for advanced users)

If the weather widget cannot be removed using standard methods (for example, on Xiaomi or Realme), you can use ADB a tool for debugging Android. This method requires a connection to a computer.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Enable Developer mode on your phone: 
    Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times)
  2. Activate USB debugging in Settings → System → For Developers.
  3. Connect your phone to the PC, install ADB (download from official website) and run the command: 
    adb shell pm hide com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

    (this hides the application Google, including the weather widget).

To revert changes, use: 

adb shell pm unhide com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

⚠️ Attention: Commands ADB can lead to system instability if entered incorrectly. On some devices (for example, Samsung with Knox) this may reset the warranty flag. Create a backup copy of your data before executing.
What to do if ADB does not work?

If the command pm hide is not supported by your version of Android, try an alternative method:

1. Install the application App Inspector from Google Play.

2. Find the package com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox.

3. Use the command adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox (will disable the application for the current user).

How to prevent the widget from returning after an update?

Manufacturers often return weather widgets after OS updates. To avoid this:

  • 🔄 Turn off automatic application updates in Google Play (especially for Google and Google Play Services).
  • 📦 Install an alternative launcher (for example, Nova Launcher or Lawnchair), which ignores system widgets.
  • 🔧 Freeze the application Google via Titanium Backup or App Quarantine (required root access).

On devices with MIUI or ColorOS you can use "No Safe Space" mode:

  1. Go to Settings → Accessibility → Easy access mode.
  2. Activate it - this will disable some of the system widgets, including the weather.
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The most reliable way to avoid the return of the widget is to use a third-party launcher. It completely replaces the system interface and ignores imposed elements from the manufacturer.

Common problems and solutions

Problem 1: The weather widget disappeared, but returned a day later.

Solution: Disable automatic synchronization in your Google account (Settings → Accounts → Google → Account synchronization) and clear application data Google.

Problem 2: Weather information remains on the lock screen.

Solution: Go in Settings → Lock screen → Information on the lock screen and turn off the weather. On Samsung this may be called Widgets blocking.

Problem 3: After disconnecting, voice activation of Google Assistant stopped working.

Solution: Restore background data for Google Play Services, but leave weather updates disabled in the application settings Google.

⚠️ Attention: On some devices (for example, Huawei without Google services), the weather widget may be part of the firmware. EMUIIn this case, it can only be removed through ADB or installing custom firmware.
Is it possible to remove weather from Google Discover (news feed)?

Yes, for this:

  1. Open Google Discover (swipe left from the main screen).
  2. Tap on the gear icon → Interests.
  3. Find a category Weather and select Hide.

If the option is not available, try disabling Personalization in your Google account settings.

Why is the weather widget after resetting the settings? back?

Resetting to factory settings restores all system widgets, including the weather. To avoid this:

  • Immediately after the reset, remove the widget from the home screen.
  • Disable automatic application updates Google.
  • Install a third-party launcher before first synchronization with Google.
Will Google Assistant work without the weather widget?

Yes, the weather widget and Google Assistant are different functions. Disabling the first does not affect the second, unless you completely block the background activity of the application Google.

If the Assistant stops responding to voice commands, check settings in Settings → Google → Settings for Assistant → Voice Assistant.

How to remove the weather from the Always-On Display (AOD) screen?

On devices with Always-On Display (for example, Samsung Galaxy or Google Pixel):

  1. Go to Settings → Lock screen → Always On Display.
  2. Select Clock style or Information on the screen.
  3. Disable the option Weather or Additional information.

If there is no option, try disabling AOD completely or use a third-party application (for example, Always On AMOLED).

Is it possible to remove the weather forever without root access?

It is impossible to completely remove the system widget without root but you can:

  • Hide it via ADB (as described in Method 5).
  • Use a launcher that ignores system widgets (for example, Nova Launcher).
  • Disable all associated notifications and background synchronization.

On pure Android devices (for example, Pixel) after disabling the widget does not return during updates.