# WindAlert: Wind & Weather Map

> Wind & weather forecasts, windy conditions, with alerts, tides & radar map

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.windalert.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** WeatherFlow
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 324,995
- **Rating:** 4.68 / 5 (3,654 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-07
- **First published:** 2010-10-15
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 39 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.windalert.android)
- **Website:** [https://windalert.com](https://windalert.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://help.weatherflow.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052221353](https://help.weatherflow.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052221353)

## Description

WindAlert offers precise local weather and wind forecasts using over 65,000 proprietary Tempest Weather Systems enhanced with advanced AI Nearcast technology. This Chrome extension provides real-time neighborhood observations, detailed forecasts, radar maps, tides, wave heights, and customized wind alerts. Users can track conditions crucial for activities such as sailing, farming, kayaking, and more. Integration of public domain data from NOAA, NWS, and major airports, alongside exclusive proprietary data, ensures unmatched accuracy.

Additional features include customizable alerts via email, text, or in-app notifications, detailed marine forecasts, and multiple weather model integrations like HRRR and GFS. Upgrade options unlock access to professional hurricane-proof stations and historical wind stats, benefiting coastal residents and outdoor enthusiasts. Join the Tempest Weather Network and enhance your weather tracking experience with WindAlert today!

## Rankings

- #125,326 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `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_MEDIA_AUDIO`
- `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.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.windalert.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.windalert.android.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.windalert.android.permission.MAPS_RECEIVE`

## Review summary

Users consistently praise WindAlert for accurate wind data and forecasts, and for usefulness in planning outdoor activities (boating, kitesurfing, fishing, racing) with location-specific readings. It’s seen as reliable over years and helpful for safety. Recurring downsides include limited station coverage in some regions (gold stations less accessible), alerts that don’t work, and weak widget/UI, plus login/account issues. Overall, it’s a very useful wind app when conditions matter, but users want better coverage, functioning alerts, and interface improvements.

### Pros

- Highly accurate wind data and forecasts
- Very useful for outdoor activities (boating, kitesurfing, fishing, racing)
- Location-specific readings that are close to user; improves accuracy
- Reliable and long-standing performance over many years
- Easy access to wind information when needed, aiding safety

### Cons

- Limited station coverage in some regions; gold stations not always accessible
- Alerts feature cannot be set up or not functioning
- Widget options are poor or confusing
- Login/account issues (email acceptance problems)
- General improvements needed; some forecasts/areas require work

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