# RetroWeather TV

> 90s Weather & Smooth Jazz

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6757312539](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6757312539)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6757312539`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Dave Davis
- **Category:** Weather
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (395 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.16
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2026-02-05
- **Size:** 298 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/retroweather-tv/id6757312539)
- **Website:** [https://www.retroweather.app/](https://www.retroweather.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://retroweather-legal.pages.dev/privacy](https://retroweather-legal.pages.dev/privacy)

## Description

**RetroWeather TV** turns your iPhone into a fully functional weather channel inspired by the 1990s. Get current conditions, hourly forecasts, 7-day outlooks, minute-by-minute precipitation, live radar, severe weather alerts, travel cities, and regional observations powered by Apple WeatherKit and NOAA.

Enjoy beveled blue graphics, scrolling tickers, smooth jazz, scene transitions, and an always-on display designed for stands, TVs, HDMI, and AirPlay. Upgrade to RetroWeather Pro for the classic broadcast experience, custom ticker messages, more music choices, and full-screen AirPlay viewing. Requires iOS 17 or later and an internet connection.

## Rankings

- #79,230 — Overall

## Review summary

RetroWeather TV is loved for its nostalgic retro design and soothing jazz, with rich weather data on one screen. Many reviews praise the vibe and information, often calling it the best weather app. However, reliability issues are common: freezing/crashing after updates or Pro upgrades, data outages or incorrect locations, and occasional widget/rotation problems. Users want fixes to stability while preserving the unique feel.

### Pros

- Nostalgic retro design and vibe
- Calming ambient jazz/music enhances the user experience
- Rich weather information presented clearly on the main screen
- Engaging, enjoyable interface that makes checking weather pleasant
- Positive sentiment from users, with some calling it the best weather app

### Cons

- Frequent freezing/crashing and unresponsiveness, especially after Pro upgrade or updates
- Data not loading or outdated, sometimes showing weather for a nearby city instead of the user’s location
- Pro features causing instability or widget issues (e.g., widget stops working after upgrade)
- Rotation-related freezes or UI/navigation issues when rotating the device (screen locks up)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6757312539)