# KRDO StormTracker 13 Weather

> The KRDO Weather App gives you the latest weather for our viewing region.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.krdo.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** News-Press & Gazette Co.
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 36,459
- **Rating:** 2.96 / 5 (179 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.0.1302
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-16
- **First published:** 2016-01-11
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 133 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.krdo.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.krdo.com/](http://www.krdo.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://krdo.com/privacy-policy/](https://krdo.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The KRDO StormTracker 13 Weather Chrome extension provides accurate, local weather updates for the Colorado Springs viewing region, including Pueblo, Woodland Park, and Cañon City. Users benefit from high-resolution radar imagery at 250 meters, future radar to track severe weather, and satellite cloud views.

Features include frequent weather updates, hourly and daily forecasts, the ability to save favorite locations, integrated GPS for real-time location tracking, and push alerts for severe weather from the National Weather Service. Stay informed and safe with KRDO's dedicated mobile weather content optimized for Chrome.

## Rankings

- #340,612 — 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.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.REGISTER`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.krdo.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

KRDO StormTracker 13 Weather app is valued for its reliable and straightforward weather information and local video forecasts. However, multiple users report serious issues following recent updates, including app crashes, failure to load weather for current location, outdated content, loss of preferred map layers and features, and increased battery consumption. While some appreciate its simplicity and trustworthiness, the app's instability and reduced usability have caused dissatisfaction and prompted users to seek alternatives.

### Pros

- Provides accurate and reliable weather information according to some users.
- Simple and well-laid out interface preferred by users who don't want overly complicated features.
- Trusted by local viewers as a go-to weather source over other apps.
- Includes video forecasts and local news integration, enhancing user experience for some.
- Improved from original versions according to some users' feedback.

### Cons

- Recent updates have caused significant functionality issues, including app not loading or crashing.
- Current location weather does not update properly; app only shows programmed locations despite location access being enabled.
- Outdated video forecasts and information diminish user trust in the app's accuracy and timeliness.
- User interface changes have made the app busier and more complex, removing favorite features like snow depth layers and temperature display at top.
- App drains battery and has poor optimization, leading to slow loading and increased resource consumption.

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