# WRAL Weather

> Weather

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id428539534](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id428539534)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id428539534`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Capitol Broadcasting Company
- **Category:** Weather
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (3,428 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-29
- **First published:** 2011-04-07
- **Size:** 69 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wral-weather/id428539534)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.wral.com/rs/page/1020577](http://www.wral.com/rs/page/1020577)

## Description

WRAL Weather delivers trusted, real-time forecasts for Raleigh, Durham, and central North Carolina. Pulling from the WRAL Severe Weather Center, it provides accurate hourly and 7‑day forecasts, live radar, and insights from six local meteorologists.

Stay safe with location-based alerts, an interactive radar map (including DualDoppler5000), Futurecast, live cams, a hurricane center, and closings/delays. Share weather photos and watch WRAL News+ for live updates—everything you need in a single weather extension.

## Rankings

- #32,986 — Overall

## Review summary

Users like WRAL Weather for its accurate radar and trusted forecasts, plus useful radar control and alert features. However, recurring radar loading failures, heavy ads, and a disruptive redesign hurt usability. Missing metric units and absence of iOS widgets are common complaints, along with a desire for improved stability and a return to more intuitive navigation.

### Pros

- Accurate forecasts and radar are praised; users report reliable rain and temperature readings.
- Radar control features are valuable and well-regarded (ability to manipulate radar).
- Severe weather alerts/warnings help users prepare for dangerous conditions.
- WRAL is viewed as a trusted, familiar weather source compared to competitors.
- Some users note improvements to the UI and overall usability after fixes.

### Cons

- Radar frequently fails to load or shows a black screen or loading issues after updates.
- App is cluttered withAds/advertisements, making the experience intrusive.
- Major redesign/changes to the map and UI degrade usability and make navigation harder compared to the old version.
- Lack of metric units (no Celsius display) is frustrating for international users.
- No iOS widgets; users want widget support to access weather at a glance.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id428539534)