# KTLA Los Angeles Weather

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

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ktla.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Nexstar Inc.
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 60,400
- **Rating:** 4.38 / 5 (439 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.17.706
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-23
- **First published:** 2015-07-01
- **Size:** 51 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-11-20
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ktla.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://ktla.com](http://ktla.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.nexstar.tv/privacy-policy](https://www.nexstar.tv/privacy-policy)

## Description

The KTLA Los Angeles Weather App delivers the latest local weather updates tailored for the Los Angeles viewing area. Featuring the highest resolution 250-meter radar, users can track severe weather with future radar projections and access high-resolution satellite cloud imagery. The app provides current weather conditions updated multiple times per hour, along with hourly and daily forecasts sourced from advanced computer models.

Users can personalize their experience by adding and saving favorite locations and benefit from integrated GPS functionality for precise local weather data. Severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service are seamlessly integrated, and opt-in push notifications keep users informed and safe during changing weather conditions.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `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.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `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`

## Review summary

Users praise the KTLA Los Angeles Weather app for its accuracy, simplicity, and comprehensive weather features accessible within a streamlined interface. However, multiple reviews report frequent crashes, freezing, and problems with location detection. Additionally, widgets and status bar temperatures often fail to update properly, requiring users to open the app. Some mention slow data loading and an interface cluttered with unnecessary map details. Despite these issues, many consider it their preferred weather app due to its reliable core forecasting features and ease of use.

### Pros

- Accurate and reliable weather information compared to basic pre-installed apps
- Simple, user-friendly interface with easy access to current, daily, and radar weather screens
- Includes useful weather features such as hourly forecasting and radar loops
- Generally appreciated for simplicity and comprehensive features
- Widely regarded as a go-to weather app by many users

### Cons

- App frequently crashes or freezes, especially after updates
- Location services ('Follow Me' feature) often fail to detect or update user location
- Widgets and status bar temperature do not update properly or require opening the app
- Slow loading and data refresh issues, with some weather information not downloading
- Interface includes unnecessary features like road maps instead of clearer weather info

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