# The Indy Weather Authority

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

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.wxin.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Nexstar Inc.
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 129,608
- **Rating:** 3.91 / 5 (751 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-26
- **First published:** 2014-12-31
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 87 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wxin.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://fox59.com](http://fox59.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.nexstar.tv/privacy-policy](https://www.nexstar.tv/privacy-policy)

## Description

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.

## Rankings

- #196,153 — Overall
- #98 — Weather (Free)

## 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.wxin.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

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.

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