# UAV Forecast for Drone Pilots

> Weather for drones: winds aloft, GPS, Kp index, No-Fly Zones and TFRs

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.uavforecast](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.uavforecast)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.uavforecast`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Good To Forecast
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 1,971,367
- **Rating:** 4.13 / 5 (17,732 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.14.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2015-11-06
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 25 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uavforecast)
- **Website:** [https://www.uavforecast.com](https://www.uavforecast.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.uavforecast.com/#/privacy](https://www.uavforecast.com/#/privacy)

## Description

UAV Forecast for Drone Pilots offers comprehensive weather and flight condition data tailored for UAV enthusiasts and professionals. With hyperlocal wind and gust speeds at multiple altitudes, hourly forecasts up to 15 days, and detailed GPS satellite information including Galileo and GLONASS, pilots can confidently plan their flights. The tool also monitors solar activity (Kp index) to indicate potential GPS interference, while automatically highlighting No-Fly Zones and Temporary Flight Restrictions.

Designed for both beginners and advanced drone pilots using models such as DJI Neo, Mini, Mavic, Air, Inspire, FPV, Autel, and Skydio, UAV Forecast delivers an intuitive interface with configurable thresholds and color-coded flight condition alerts. Additional features include light and dark themes with automatic switching, location search, favorite locations management, and full tablet support. This extension also serves other aerial sport communities like paragliding and paramotoring enthusiasts, making precise flight planning accessible to a broad audience.

## Rankings

- #45,387 — Overall
- #23 — Weather (Gross)
- #21 — forecast

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CREDENTIAL_MANAGER_SET_ORIGIN`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `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.uavforecast.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

UAV Forecast is praised for accurate, drone-focused weather data and strong flight-planning utility. It is seen as comprehensive and easy to use. Major downsides cited across reviews include a shifting paywall/ subscription model, limited free access, occasional inaccuracies, and poor support handling. Competitors offering free data (like DroneWeather) also influence user perception and switching.

### Pros

- Accurate and reliable weather data
- Drone-focused tool for flight planning
- Comprehensive pre-flight weather and aviation information
- Easy to use and generally reliable

### Cons

- Paywall and subscription model for forecasts and features
- Limited/free version now missing key data or outdated (e.g., 24h forecasts)
- Recent weather data can be inaccurate or inconsistent
- Support/subscription handling issues (poor support responses and subscription problems)
- Free alternatives exist (e.g., DroneWeather) with similar data and easier access

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