# KFYR-TV First Warn Weather

> KFYR-TV is proud to announce a full featured weather app for Android.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kfyr.android.weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kfyr.android.weather)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.kfyr.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gray Media
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 42,989
- **Rating:** 4.53 / 5 (668 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-28
- **First published:** 2011-02-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 98 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kfyr.android.weather)
- **Website:** [https://www.kfyrtv.com](https://www.kfyrtv.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.kfyrtv.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.kfyrtv.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The **KFYR-TV First Warn Weather** Chrome extension brings comprehensive and up-to-date weather information right to your browser. Featuring 250 meter radar imagery—the highest resolution available—users can track severe weather with future radar views and high-resolution satellite cloud images.

Stay informed with frequent updates: current weather data multiple times per hour, hourly and daily forecasts sourced from advanced computer models, and severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service. The extension also provides GPS location integration and the ability to save favorite locations for quick access. Push notifications keep users promptly informed of any severe weather, ensuring safety and preparedness at all times.

## Rankings

- #319,779 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.kfyr.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the KFYR-TV First Warn Weather app for its accurate and frequent weather updates, ease of use, and reliable local forecasts. However, many are frustrated by intrusive full-screen video ads and the removal of temperature displays in notifications. Recent updates have introduced app crashes and some radar glitches, leading to dissatisfaction. Despite these issues, the app remains a trusted and integral weather source for many users.

### Pros

- Highly accurate and reliable weather forecasts for the local area.
- Frequent updates, sometimes as often as every 15 minutes.
- User-friendly interface that makes it easy to find information.
- Customizable alerts and warnings tailored to user preferences.
- Trusted source used daily by many for up-to-date weather information.

### Cons

- Annoying and loud full-screen video advertisements that disrupt user experience.
- Inability to close certain ads without forcing the app to shut down.
- Temperature no longer displayed in the notification bar, replaced by less informative icons.
- App crashing issues after recent updates, causing it to close unexpectedly.
- Some glitches with radar display and delayed updates compared to previous versions.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kfyr.android.weather)