This weather extension warns you when rain is currently nearing. Instead of forecasting it warns using almost real-time data, which is more precise than any forecast can be. It is an useful assistant for everything outdoors.
- By:
- Michael Diener - Software
- Daily users:
- 1,806 -12
- Rating:
- 4.53 (15)
- Version:
- 1.5.8 Last updated: 2025-02-15
- Version code:
- 5893370
- Creation date:
- 2020-01-27
- Risk:
- Moderate risk impact Moderate risk likelihood
- Permissions:
- https://app.rain-alarm.com/*
- https://www.rain-alarm.com/*
- geolocation
- notifications
- storage
- https://app.rain-alarm.com/*
- Size:
- 736.79K
- Email:
- fi*****@rain-alarm.com
- URLs:
- Website ,Privacy policy
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Firefox Browser Add-ons
- Updated:
- 13 hours ago
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Pros
- Provides helpful and timely rain alerts allowing users to prepare accordingly (e.g., bringing laundry inside).
- Highly praised for accuracy and usefulness, especially compared to traditional weather forecasts.
- Works well internationally, including in countries like Thailand.
- Users appreciate its visual radar feature for real-time observation of rain clouds.
- Positive experiences also reported on smartphone versions of the app.
Cons
- Settings sometimes get lost after several days, requiring reconfiguration.
- The add-on hasn't been updated since 2020, leading to compatibility or stability issues with the latest Firefox versions.
- Limited developer responsiveness to user-reported bugs and feedback.
- Loss of some, but not all, user settings indicating inconsistent data storage.
- Frustration from users who had to reinstall due to persistent issues.
Recent reviews
by 远离*****, 2025-03-30
by 天灭*****, 2025-02-22
It's good, helpful
by Re*****, 2024-04-16
Extension safety
Risk impact
Rain Alarm Extension requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
Rain Alarm Extension is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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