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WeatherBug: Weather Forecast

Weather • WeatherBug • ⭐ 4.60 • 10,000,000+

The most accurate local forecast, storm radar, maps, and more at WeatherBug

Version 5.122.1-20 184.8 MB Everyone

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Permissions Explained 17 permissions requested View details

This app requests 17 permissions. The table below explains what each permission may allow and what users should review before installing.

Status	Permission	What it means	Why it may be used	User safety note
✅ Common	Internet access android.permission.INTERNET	Allows the app to open network connections and communicate with online services.	Commonly used for streaming, syncing, login, ads, analytics, downloads, cloud features, and app updates.	Common permission. Review the app’s behavior if it does not appear to need online access.
✅ Common	View network status android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Allows the app to check whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi, mobile data, or another network.	Often used to avoid loading content when offline or to adjust loading based on connection quality.	Generally low risk by itself.
✅ Common	Vibration control android.permission.VIBRATE	Allows the app to control device vibration.	Used for notifications, alerts, haptic feedback, timers, alarms, or game feedback.	Generally low risk by itself.
⚠️ Sensitive	Precise location android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION	Allows the app to access the device’s precise location when granted by the user.	Used for maps, navigation, local recommendations, weather, rideshare, nearby devices, or location-based content.	Sensitive permission. Grant only when location access matches the app’s purpose.
⚠️ Sensitive	Approximate location android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION	Allows the app to access an approximate device location.	Used for weather, local content, regional features, nearby services, or location-based settings.	Sensitive permission. Review whether the app needs location access.
ℹ️ Review	Keep device awake android.permission.WAKE_LOCK	Allows the app to prevent the device from sleeping while a task is running.	Used for media playback, downloads, navigation, alarms, calls, or long-running background tasks.	Review battery usage if the app keeps the device awake too often.
ℹ️ Review	Vending Check License com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Access Background Location android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Foreground Service android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Access Wifi State android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Gms Permission Ad Id com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Send notifications android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS	Allows the app to send notifications to the device.	Used for alerts, reminders, messages, account activity, updates, or media controls.	Review notification settings if the app sends too many alerts.
ℹ️ Review	Com Aws C2d Message com.aws.android.permission.C2D_MESSAGE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	C2dm Permission Receive com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Finsky Permission Bind Get Install Referrer Service com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Com Aws Android Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission com.aws.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.
ℹ️ Review	Vending Billing com.android.vending.BILLING	This is an Android permission or app-specific permission requested by the app.	The app may use this permission for features related to its category, device support, background behavior, storage, connectivity, or system integration.	Review this permission before installing, especially if it does not match the app’s expected purpose.

About WeatherBug: Weather Forecast

Get reliable weather forecasts with WeatherBug! With over 20 map layers, WeatherBug provides comprehensive weather insights to help keep you safe. These map layers include Storm Tracker, Radar, 1-hr Future Radar, Severe Storm Risk, Pressure, Alerts, and more. From real-time lightning to real-time precipitation, WeatherBug ensures you are always informed with live conditions. Stay updated with customizable weather alerts, hourly and 10-day Forecasts, and Hurricane Outlooks. Trusted since 2000, WeatherBug ensures you're always prepared with reliable local weather forecast. Join millions of users and Know Before® severe weather strikes with one of the most comprehensive weather forecast apps in the Industry. THE WEATHERBUG ADVANTAGE • Spark™ Lightning with real-time lightning alerts near you • Outdoor Sports Section • Air You Breathe Section with Air quality information, including top allergy triggers around you • Hurricane Tracker with a 7-day storm forecast and Outlook for the Tropics • Extensive weather observation networks and unique severe weather detection • Over 20 Weather Radar map Layers with rain, wind, temperature, pollen, local pressure, storm tracker and radar views • Ad-Free Subscription Options Available! WEATHER ALERTS • Get Severe Weather Alerts from WeatherBug, NWS & NOAA (USA) • Weather Notifications: Receive live weather alerts and forecast updates for your preferred locations • Manage Alerts according to your location and preferences: 1. Weather Alerts: Get notified when severe weather alerts have been issued 2. Lightning: Get notified when lightning strikes close to your location and track live lightning updates 3. Real-Time Precipitation: Get notified when rain or snow is expected within 15 min. 4. Daily Precipitation: Get notified when rain or snow is expected in the next 24 hours 5. Severe Storm Risk: Get notified when there is an increased risk of storms. 6. Pollen: Get notified when pollen levels are medium or high 7. Air Quality: Get notified when the air quality index is low 8. Hurricane Tracker: Get informed about live hurricane activity and warnings 9. Trending News: Get notified about current news, user videos, safety tips, and more! AIR QUALITY, HEAT, WILDFIRES • Get Track UV Index information, wind speeds, live weather observations, and weather forecast data • Global wildfire data to know when you are at risk • Air quality with an in-depth look at the air quality around you • Pollen count: Local and National WEATHER CUSTOMIZATION • Weather Widgets: Add local weather information to your home screen • Temperature Units: Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C) • Wind Units: MPH, KPH, Knots & MPS • Pressure Units: Inches & millibars RADAR WEATHER MAPS • Weather Forecast Map: Track local weather conditions, temperature, air quality, pollen levels & and more with Doppler radar & and interactive maps • Severe Storm Risk: Know when convective weather is expected to hit. Storm radar shows severe storms, tornados, hail, high winds…

What WeatherBug: Weather Forecast Is Used For

WeatherBug: Weather Forecast appears to be a weather app for checking local conditions, forecasts, and weather-related alerts on a phone. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used to view hourly and 10-day forecasts, follow storm and hurricane activity, and check maps such as radar, lightning, precipitation, wind, and pressure. The app’s weather category and location permissions suggest it may tailor results to a user’s current area or saved locations.

It also appears useful for people who want ongoing weather notifications. The metadata mentions severe weather alerts, lightning alerts, rain or snow timing, pollen levels, and air quality updates, which suggests the app may help users plan commuting, outdoor activities, travel, or work schedules around changing conditions. Features like future radar and storm risk tracking indicate it is designed for day-to-day weather monitoring as well as severe-weather awareness.

Common uses

Check hourly and 10-day weather forecasts
View radar, storm, and precipitation maps
Monitor severe weather, lightning, and hurricane alerts
Track pollen and air quality conditions
Get location-based weather notifications
Plan outdoor activities around changing weather
Use on a phone for quick local updates

Best for:

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App Details

Package:
com.aws.android

Category:
Weather

Developer:
WeatherBug

Version:
5.122.1-20

Updated:
Mar 20, 2026

Min Android:
9

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
Yes

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.aws.android
Age rating: Everyone

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How to Download WeatherBug: Weather Forecast

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