# CBS12 News StormTrac Weather

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

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wpec.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 45,465
- **Rating:** 4.68 / 5 (419 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2013-04-05
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 91 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wpec.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.cbs12.com/station/](http://www.cbs12.com/station/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.cbs12.com/station/privacy](http://www.cbs12.com/station/privacy)

## Description

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.

## Rankings

- #310,994 — 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.wpec.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

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.

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