WJAC WX

Name: WJAC WX
Rating: 4.6930695 (263 reviews)
Author: Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

By: Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

WJAC is proud to announce a full featured weather app for Android.

Features & Capabilities

WJAC WX is a comprehensive weather app designed specifically for Android users, offering unparalleled access to detailed weather information. Enjoy the highest resolution 250-meter radar and future radar technology to track severe weather movements with precision. The app provides high-resolution satellite cloud imagery along with current weather updates multiple times per hour.

Stay informed with daily and hourly forecasts updated hourly from advanced computer models. You can easily add and save your favorite locations and benefit from integrated GPS for accurate current location data. WJAC WX also delivers severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service, with opt-in push notifications to help keep you safe.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Weather

By:

Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

Downloads:

17,760 14

Rating:

4.69

(263)

Version:

6.2.512 Last updated: 2026-06-01

Version code:

602000512

Creation date:

2014-08-19

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

83.92MB

Email:

we*****@sbgtv.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 438,273 ▼ 3,684

Other platforms

WJAC WX (v6.2.512)

4.70

(676)

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Developed by:

Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wjac.android.weather

Email:

we*****@sbgtv.com

Website:

http://www.wjactv.com/station/

User Reviews

WJAC WX is appreciated for its local, fairly accurate weather forecasts, especially by users from the Johnstown area, and for its user-friendly design and inclusion of news updates. However, several users note issues with inconsistent radar accuracy, location detection errors, and overly frequent weather alerts. The widget lacks some convenient features and visual appeal, and some specific weather details are missing. Overall, it serves well as a local weather resource but could improve on alert management, accuracy, and widget functionality.

Pros

Provides generally accurate local weather reports, appreciated by users familiar with the area.
User-friendly and straightforward interface, making it easy to use even for daily checks.
Includes extended radar time and useful severe weather announcements and warnings.
Offers local news articles within the app, enhancing its utility for staying updated.
Minimal and non-intrusive ads, contributing to a pleasant user experience.

Cons

Weather accuracy is inconsistent, with some users reporting radar and forecasts that do not match actual conditions.
Excessive and frequent weather alert notifications can be overwhelming and sometimes inconsistent, causing users to disable alerts.
Issues with location accuracy after updates, where the app incorrectly detects user location.
The weather widget lacks features like automatic syncing and more visually appealing icons, limiting its usefulness and appeal.
Some desired weather details such as hourly dew points are missing, which users would like to see added.