# WKYC Weather

> WKYC Channel 3 is pleased to announce a full-featured weather app for Android.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wkyc.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** TEGNA
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 153,170
- **Rating:** 3.32 / 5 (1,194 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.517
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-17
- **First published:** 2011-01-20
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 81 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wkyc.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.wkyc.com/weather/resources/downloadable\_weather/default.aspx](http://www.wkyc.com/weather/resources/downloadable_weather/default.aspx)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.wkyc.com/privacy](https://www.wkyc.com/privacy)

## Description

WKYC Weather is a comprehensive Android app delivering the latest weather updates for northeast Ohio, including Cleveland, Akron, and Canton. With live interactive HD radar at 250-meter resolution, you'll get precise real-time information on current conditions and future storm paths. The app features high-resolution satellite imagery and frequent updates multiple times per hour to keep you informed.

Users benefit from detailed daily and hourly forecasts powered by advanced computer models. Customize your experience by saving favorite locations and enjoy integrated GPS functionality to receive accurate weather data for your current position. Stay safe with severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service and opt-in push notifications for timely warnings. Trusted Channel 3 meteorologists provide expert forecasts, making WKYC Weather the go-to source for reliable Cleveland-area weather information.

## Rankings

- #180,771 — 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `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.wkyc.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise WKYC Weather for its animated radar and longtime reliability, especially for outdoor/local use. However, many reviews cite a problematic update that removed features, caused data inconsistencies, and degraded the UI. Additional pain points include crashes, missing widgets/notifications, and intrusive ads. Some reverting to older APKs, hoping for fixes. Overall sentiment is mixed: loyal users remain, but update fallout prompts switching for many.

### Pros

- Animated radar/map visualization (motion radar) that helps with planning outdoor activities.
- Widely regarded as a top, reliable weather app with strong local coverage.
- Useful local weather information and safety-oriented features for outdoor use.
- Longstanding app with a positive reputation and loyal user base.

### Cons

- Major regression after the latest update (Feb 2026) removing or breaking key features such as past/future data, watch/warning boxes, and customization options.
- Data/inconsistency after updates, with precipitation and cloud data not aligning across radar/24h future views.
- App instability and launch failures (won't open, stops launching, gets stuck in Future view).
- Intrusive ads (porn ads and Facebook ads) that degrade the user experience.
- Unpopular UI/UX changes and related issues (graphics look cheap/ clunky, inability to rotate, missing widgets/notifications).

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