wX

Name: wX
Rating: 4.56 (980 reviews)
Author: Joshua Tee

By: Joshua Tee

Advanced US weather app - Radar, Models, Vis sat, Obs, SPC, WPC, NHC,..more

Features & Capabilities

wX is a comprehensive, free, and ad-free weather application designed for storm chasers, meteorologists, and weather enthusiasts across the US. It provides optimized National Weather Service datasets, including SPC, WPC, NHC, and advanced Level 2 and Level 3 Nexrad radar visualizations using OpenGL technology. The app features customizable home screens, animated radar mosaics, various weather models, and detailed text product viewers. Android users benefit from interactive widgets, tile rearrangement, and localized notifications for alerts like watches, warnings, and convective outlooks. Licensed under GNU GPLv3, wX offers deep weather insights without the clutter of fancy graphics, focusing on delivering sophisticated real-time weather data accessible on mobile devices. For more details and support, the app includes help resources and comprehensive documentation online.

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Version:

55990 Last updated: 2026-03-06

Version code:

55990

Creation date:

2015-09-28

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION High risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
joshuatee.wx.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

29.09MB

Email:

jo*****@gmail.com

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Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-05

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# 266,815 ▼ 663

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Developed by:

Joshua Tee

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=joshuatee.wx

Email:

jo*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://gitlab.com/joshua.tee/wx

User Reviews

The wX app is highly praised for its comprehensive, professional-grade weather data and radar imagery, favored by storm chasers and meteorologists. It is appreciated for being free, ad-free, and open-source, with detailed help features and customization. However, users note a steep learning curve, occasional bugs especially with app startup and radar display, and a somewhat cluttered or small interface. There are feature requests for additional visual options and better stability with many locations. Overall, it is regarded as a powerful tool for serious weather enthusiasts despite some usability challenges.

Pros

Free and open-source with no ads, providing a valuable public service.
Extremely comprehensive with professional-level weather data, including radar, SPC information, and NOAA/ NWS products.
Customizable and powerful tools that satisfy weather enthusiasts, storm chasers, and professionals.
Detailed help screens and guides that assist with interpreting complex weather data.
Lightweight and simple interface allowing easy use and fast data loading even on less powerful devices.

Cons

Some recent bugs cause the app to not open or render radar maps properly, requiring reinstallation or fixes.
Steep learning curve for beginners due to complex and comprehensive data presentation.
Interface and fonts can be small or hard to read, making navigation challenging for some users.
Missing features like lightning data overlays, smoother velocity images, and options to toggle map visuals (e.g., cloud blue surrounding radar).
Occasional app instability when managing a large number of locations leading to restarts or crashes.

Recent reviews

I absolutely will not go without this app. Huge gratitude to Joshua Tee, you've provided an invaluable tool to access meteorological information and visualizations.

J *****, 2026-04-05

it's a great app for storm chasers and weather lovers/nerds like me.

R *****, 2026-04-01

what happened to the convective weather outlook? Days 1, 2 and 3 are not showing and its been that way a week. please fix. i know thetes other ways to get it but Im used to getting it in this app