# WLOX First Alert Weather

> WLOX is proud to announce a full featured weather app.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wlox.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gray Media
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 208,475
- **Rating:** 4.57 / 5 (3,765 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-29
- **First published:** 2011-05-18
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 101 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wlox.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.wlox.com/story/13720168/weather-active-mobile](http://www.wlox.com/story/13720168/weather-active-mobile)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.wlox.com/privacy-policy/](http://www.wlox.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The **WLOX First Alert Weather** Chrome extension delivers a comprehensive weather experience with features tailored for mobile users. Enjoy **250 meter radar** — the highest resolution available — and track future radar to anticipate severe weather. The app updates current weather multiple times an hour, providing accurate daily and hourly forecasts derived from advanced computer models.

Additional functionalities include **high-resolution satellite cloud imagery**, the ability to save favorite locations, integrated GPS for precise local weather, and timely severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service. Opt-in push notifications ensure users stay informed and safe during critical weather events. Whether commuting or planning your day, WLOX's robust weather platform keeps you prepared.

## Rankings

- #156,148 — Overall
- #160 — Weather (Free)

## 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.wlox.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for accurate local weather, solid radar, ease of use, and reliable alerts. However, recurring complaints focus on intrusive ads and several disliked UI changes that hamper readability and usability, including display of storm warnings and status-bar layouts. GPS/location issues are less common. Overall, the app provides valued weather information, but the user experience and ad load are common pain points.

### Pros

- Accurate local weather information with strong radar features.
- Easy to use and fast to access current conditions.
- Helpful weather alerts to stay safe.
- Useful daily outlook and forecasts.

### Cons

- Intrusive ads that degrade the user experience.
- Redesigned UI changes reduce usability and readability (e.g., larger bottom/status bars, cluttered screens, and limited display options such as storm warnings).
- Layout and status-display issues, including a problematic status bar/display layout.

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