WMBF First Alert Weather

Name: WMBF First Alert Weather
Rating: 4.8 (6518 reviews)
Author: Gray Television Group, Inc.

By: Gray Television Group, Inc.

Weather

Features & Capabilities

The WMBF First Alert Weather extension for Chrome provides mobile-optimized weather access with the highest-resolution radar (250 meters), future radar to anticipate storms, and high-resolution satellite imagery.

It also includes frequent updates, hourly forecasts from computer models, GPS-based location awareness, the ability to save favorite locations, and National Weather Service severe weather alerts with opt-in push notifications to keep you safe.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Weather

By:

Gray Television Group, Inc.

Rating:

4.80

(6,518) 13 new ratings

Version:

6.2.512 Last updated: 2026-05-29

Version code:

886257916

Creation date:

2011-04-25

Compatible devices:

Size:

253.07MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 22,438 ▼ 32

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Developed by:

Gray Television Group, Inc.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wmbf-first-alert-weather/id432170372

Website:

https://www.wmbfnews.com/story/14846809/free-weather-app

User Reviews

Reviewers praise WMBF First Alert Weather for accuracy, reliable meteorologists, and useful safety alerts, making it a trusted source for planning and local conditions. However, the user experience is hindered by heavy advertising that interrupts important weather moments, plus radar loading problems and a layout some find confusing. Some reports mention missed or delayed alerts. Balancing strong forecast quality with a smoother UX and ad-free options would improve overall satisfaction.

Pros

Very accurate forecasts and timely updates.
Trusted local meteorologists (e.g., Jamie Arnold) providing reliable reporting.
Useful for safety and planning with alerts for severe weather.
Fast access to local weather information and alerts.

Cons

Intrusive and frequent ads interrupting app usage, including before videos and during severe weather.
Radar loading issues: slow to load or not appearing.
Non-intuitive or cluttered layout/not user-friendly.
Occasional missed or delayed severe weather alerts.

Recent reviews

I love the WMBF staff. However the weather APP is awful. They push us to use it constantly. The layout for one is too random. Not user friendly. . But the fact during turbulent weather we have to wait to watch commercials first. I think Jamie Arnold and his team are top notch. But I go to other apps/websites to find out what’s going on Myrtle Beach.

by Jo*****, 2025-09-27

I really appreciate this app, always accurate but would appreciate it more if I didn’t have to watch a 25 second commercial every single time I open a video. This is especially frustrating when we are under severe weather or a tornado WATCH. Can you guys turn OFF the 25 second commercial or make an option to skip after 5 seconds if we are in a severe threat? Otherwise, great app!