CBS12 News StormTrac Weather

Name: CBS12 News StormTrac Weather
Rating: 4.67 (408 reviews)
Author: Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

By: Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

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

Features & Capabilities

CBS12 News StormTrac Weather offers a full-featured, high-resolution weather experience designed for Android users. Access exclusive station content and view the most detailed 250 meter radar available, plus future radar to track severe weather paths.

Enjoy high resolution satellite cloud imagery with current updates multiple times per hour. The app provides daily and hourly forecasts refreshed hourly from advanced computer models. Users can save favorite locations, use a fully integrated GPS for precise location tracking, and receive severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service along with opt-in push notifications to keep you safe during critical conditions.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Weather News & Magazines

By:

Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

Downloads:

45,249 17

Rating:

4.67

(408) 1 new ratings

Version:

6.2.512 Last updated: 2026-06-01

Version code:

602000512

Creation date:

2013-04-05

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:

90.67MB

Email:

we*****@sbgtv.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-08

Compare stats and ranking:

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# 303,756 ▼ 1,293

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Developed by:

Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc

Google Play Store

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

Email:

we*****@sbgtv.com

Website:

http://www.cbs12.com/station/

User Reviews

Users find the CBS12 News StormTrac Weather app generally accurate and informative with detailed forecasts and useful alerts. However, many complain about persistent intrusive notifications that can't be disabled, inaccuracies in radar data compared to other apps, and technical issues like widgets and hourly forecasts failing to update. Additionally, spoken alerts do not work on Android devices, and the app runs constantly in the background, leading to battery drain. Despite these issues, users appreciate the app's detailed coverage and consider it reliable for tracking weather conditions, especially when traveling.

Pros

Generally accurate and reliable weather forecasts.
Detailed hour-by-hour and 10-day forecasts help users prepare in advance.
Informative alerts and notifications keep users informed of weather conditions.
Radar and weather maps are appreciated by users for tracking storms.
Useful for users traveling or residing in multiple regions, providing statewide coverage.

Cons

Persistent and intrusive notifications that are difficult or impossible to disable.
App has issues with spoken/voice alerts on Android devices, despite correct settings.
Radar data is considered inaccurate compared to competitors, especially for rain and thunderstorms.
Widgets and hourly/daily forecasts sometimes fail to update or work properly, even after reinstalling.
The app runs in the background continuously, causing significant battery drain on devices.