The Indy Weather Authority

Name: The Indy Weather Authority
Rating: 3.9 (750 reviews)
Author: Nexstar Inc.

By: Nexstar Inc. App

The Indy Weather Authority gives you the latest weather in and around the region

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

129,122 ▲ 135

Data as of 2026-08-15

Rating:

3.90 ▲ 0.02

(750)

Version:

6.2.512

Last updated: 2026-05-26

Ranking

#194,182 ▼ 617

Overall

Features & Capabilities

The Indy Weather Authority Chrome extension offers real-time weather updates specifically for the Indianapolis region. Powered by Fox59 and CBS4, it features high-resolution 250-meter radar and future radar capabilities to track severe weather. Users can access high-definition satellite cloud imagery and receive current weather updates multiple times per hour.

This tool includes daily and hourly forecasts updated hourly from advanced computer models, GPS integration for location awareness, and the ability to save favorite locations. It also provides severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service, with optional push notifications to keep users safe and informed. Optimized for mobile with a responsive interactive map, this extension ensures users stay ahead of weather conditions wherever they are.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

6.2.512 Last updated: 2026-05-26

Version code:

602000512

Creation date:

2014-12-31

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:

86.55MB

Email:

mo*****@nexstar.tv

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-15

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 194,182 ▼ 617

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Developed by:

Nexstar Inc.

Google Play Store

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

Email:

mo*****@nexstar.tv

Website:

http://fox59.com

User Reviews

The Indy Weather Authority app is valued for its local forecasts, multiple location alerts, and storm tracking features. However, users report frequent crashes, problematic updates that reduced functionality, intrusive ads, and unreliable severe weather alerts. Interface concerns include oversized fonts and obstructive ad placement. Despite these issues, the app has a generally accurate forecast and user-friendly design appreciated by many.

Pros

Provides local weather forecasts relevant to Indianapolis area.
Allows setting multiple locations for weather tracking and alerts.
Features animated radar with storm tracking indicators for tornadoes and severe weather.
Accurate in general forecasting compared to other weather apps.
User-friendly interface described as concise and easy to navigate by some users.

Cons

App frequently crashes or fails to open after updates, making it unreliable.
New widget design consumes excessive screen space without additional information.
Intrusive and frequent advertisements interfere with user experience and navigation.
Severe weather alerts are unreliable or missing after recent updates.
User interface issues such as overly large text, lack of font customization, and poor ad placement blocking menu access.

Recent reviews

great for basic it gives u accurate rain and storm chances and it gives u warnings and its all from my favorite news cast fox59 and if u reading this u should add widgets for stuff like That