# WMBF First Alert Weather

> Weather

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id432170372](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id432170372)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id432170372`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gray Television Group, Inc.
- **Category:** Weather
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (6,783 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.604
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-11
- **First published:** 2011-04-25
- **Size:** 253 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wmbf-first-alert-weather/id432170372)
- **Website:** [https://www.wmbfnews.com/story/14846809/free-weather-app](https://www.wmbfnews.com/story/14846809/free-weather-app)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.wmbfnews.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.wmbfnews.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

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.

## Rankings

- #21,800 — Overall

## Review summary

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.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id432170372)