# KRCR Weather

> KRCR NEWS Channel 7 is proud to announce a weather app for Android.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.krcr.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 25,069
- **Rating:** 4.73 / 5 (528 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2010-08-17
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 83 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.krcr.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.krcrtv.com/weather-mobileapp](http://www.krcrtv.com/weather-mobileapp)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.krcrtv.com/station/privacy](https://www.krcrtv.com/station/privacy)

## Description

KRCR Weather, brought to you by KRCR NEWS Channel 7, offers a comprehensive and user-friendly weather app for Android users. Experience the highest resolution 250 meter radar and future radar capabilities that help you track severe weather conditions. Stay informed with high-resolution satellite cloud imagery, and access updated weather data multiple times per hour for both daily and hourly forecasts.

The app allows you to add and save multiple locations, includes integrated GPS for your current location, and pushes timely severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service. Opt-in push notifications ensure you remain safe during dangerous weather events, making KRCR Weather an essential tool for staying prepared and informed.

## Rankings

- #398,036 — 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.krcr.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate KRCR Weather for its accurate and reliable local forecasts, user-friendly design, and useful radar and video features. It is especially valued in Northern California and smaller mountain towns. However, several users report UI issues with low-contrast menu text and functionality problems such as inability to overlay radar and satellite images and a nonfunctional 'follow me' feature. Some also mention delayed radar updates and ineffective in-app feedback channels. Despite these drawbacks, the app remains a trusted source for many users' weather information needs.

### Pros

- Accurate and reliable local weather information, especially for Northern California and specific small towns.
- User-friendly interface that makes checking weather quick and easy.
- Includes radar and weather video features that users find helpful.
- Provides informative weather warnings and advisories for planning daily activities.
- Multiple forecast views available, including daily and hourly forecasts.

### Cons

- Bottom menu item text colors (particularly gray text) are unreadable, causing usability issues.
- Radar and satellite views are segregated without the ability to overlay both simultaneously, reducing functionality.
- 'Follow me' location feature often fails to load properly.
- Radar system has a delay of 30 minutes to 1 hour behind actual weather events, affecting real-time accuracy.
- Limited or unclear feedback mechanism within the app for user suggestions and bug reporting.

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