# CBS 6 Richmond, Va. Weather

> Weather

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1494043847](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1494043847)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1494043847`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** E.W. Scripps Company
- **Category:** Weather
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (2,086 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2020-02-03
- **Size:** 256 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cbs-6-richmond-va-weather/id1494043847)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://wtvr.com/privacy-policy/](https://wtvr.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The CBS 6 Richmond Weather App delivers hyper-local forecasts for Richmond, VA, with 250-meter radar, high-resolution satellite imagery, and future radar to anticipate storms. Current conditions update multiple times per hour, and users can add and save favorite locations for quick access.

Forecasts are refreshed hourly from computer models, a fully integrated GPS keeps your current location in view, and opt-in push alerts plus National Weather Service warnings help you stay safe during severe weather.

## Rankings

- #39,129 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise CBS 6 Richmond weather for accurate forecasts, reliable alerts, and a solid radar experience, with many sticking with it for years. However, multiple reviews note significant downsides: intrusive full-screen ads and aggressive premium prompts; a disliked UI redesign that feels cluttered on some devices; recurring radar/forecast display glitches; and frequent update prompts that interrupt usage. The core weather data remains strong, but UX issues appear across reviews.

### Pros

- High forecast accuracy and on‑point weather alerts.
- Reliable radar functionality with current features (storms, wind, hail).
- Long‑standing reliability and trust; many users have used it for years.
- Fast loading and visually appealing graphics.

### Cons

- Intrusive full‑screen ads and aggressive premium prompts disrupt usage.
- UI/UX redesign is disliked (looks more like other apps and can feel cluttered, especially on iPad).
- Radar/forecast display issues (radar flashing, daily/hourly forecasts not loading, follow‑me problems).
- Frequent update prompts/forced updates interrupt use.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1494043847)