# UpNorthLive Storm Team Weather

> The WPBN Weather App gives you the latest weather for our viewing region.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wpbn.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 12,441
- **Rating:** 4.75 / 5 (358 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2019-12-13
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 91 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wpbn.android.weather)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://upnorthlive.com/station/privacy](https://upnorthlive.com/station/privacy)

## Description

"UpNorthLive Storm Team Weather" is a comprehensive weather app that provides high-resolution radar, satellite imagery, and real-time forecasts. With features like GPS location tracking, severe weather alerts, and the ability to save favorite locations, it keeps you informed and safe. Stay updated with hourly forecasts and opt-in push notifications directly from the National Weather Service to navigate any weather conditions effectively.

## Rankings

- #521,622 — 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.wpbn.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for accuracy, a simple interface, solid radar/maps and reliable alerts. Common complaints center on recent updates: slower load times, intrusive/large ads and a forced load screen, removal of the temp from the status/notification bar, and intermittent location-following issues.

### Pros

- Accurate and dependable forecasts
- Easy to use with a simple, clear UI
- Good radar and weather map features
- Timely alerts and notifications (severe weather, school closures)

### Cons

- Recent updates made the app slower with longer load times
- Large/forced ads and a load screen that appears frequently
- Removal of the temperature from the status/notification bar after an update
- Occasional location/following errors (needs a refresh or won't find the town)

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