# NBC 15 WPMI Weather

> NBC 15 Weather is proud to announce a full featured weather app for Android.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wpmi.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 23,971
- **Rating:** 4.87 / 5 (324 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2013-11-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 92 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wpmi.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.local15tv.com/station/](http://www.local15tv.com/station/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sbgi.net/privacy-policy/](https://sbgi.net/privacy-policy/)

## Description

NBC 15 WPMI Weather offers a comprehensive weather experience for Android users. It provides access to localized station content, 250-meter high-resolution radar, and future radar projections to track severe weather developments. Users can view high-resolution satellite cloud imagery and receive current weather updates multiple times per hour.

The app features daily and hourly forecasts updated hourly through advanced computer models, the ability to save favorite locations, and an integrated GPS for accurate location awareness. Severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service keep users informed, while opt-in push notifications ensure timely alerts for safety during severe conditions.

## Rankings

- #403,060 — 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.wpmi.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the NBC 15 WPMI Weather app for its accurate forecasts, reliable radar, and trusted local meteorologist updates, making daily planning easier especially during severe weather. However, multiple users experienced performance issues such as frequent app freezes, outdated updates, and problems with interactive features after recent updates. While the interface is generally user-friendly and comprehensive, poor layer control and increased loading times have caused frustration. Despite these drawbacks, many users continue to rely on the app for its dependable weather information.

### Pros

- Accurate and reliable weather information and forecasts.
- User-friendly interface with easy access to various weather features including daily and hourly forecasts.
- Excellent radar feature appreciated for tracking storms and precipitation in real-time.
- Trusted local meteorologists provide dependable updates for severe weather events.
- Comprehensive weather-related information accessible from the home screen.

### Cons

- App crashes, freezes, or stops working frequently after updates.
- App does not auto-update weather information properly and sometimes shows outdated weather videos.
- Difficulties with toggling map layers leading some users to uninstall and reinstall the app to clear layers.
- Severe weather icons do not always provide additional information when tapped.
- Loading times increased after updates, negatively impacting user experience.

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