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Weather Report: NWS & Radar

Weather • Weather Report LLC • ⭐ 4.60 • 1,000+

Version 8.1.4 Everyone

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Permissions Explained 9 permissions requested View details

This app requests 9 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
ℹ️ Review	Approximate Location (network Based) approximate location (network-based)	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	Precise Location (gps And Network Based) precise location (GPS and network-based)	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	View Wi Fi Connections view Wi-Fi connections	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	View Network Connections view network connections	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	Full Network Access full network access	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	Control Vibration control vibration	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	Prevent Device From Sleeping prevent device from sleeping	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	Google Play License Check Google Play license check	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	Receive Data From Internet receive data from Internet	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 Weather Report: NWS & Radar

Real meteorologists, not AI. Stop relying on computer models that guess. Weather Report delivers the raw, unfiltered precision of the National Weather Service (NWS) and NOAA, visualized for your Android device. Read the actual Forecast Discussions written by meteorologists to understand the reasoning behind the weather. Advanced Radar • Live radar from NOAA's NEXRAD network • 48-hour precision radar forecasts from NOAA computer models • Customizable alert overlay • Customized maps for radar, rain accumulation, and snow accumulation • Advanced NEXRAD data such as Reflectivity, Velocity, Correlation Coefficient, Vertically Integrated Liquid, Echo Tops, etc. • Level 2 Data for Velocity, Reflectivity, and Correlation Coefficient (Super-resolution radar) Meteorologists, Not Computers • Up-to-date information from NOAA National Weather Service employees • Forecasts verified by professionals • Quality forecasts akin to television news in the convenience of an app • There is truly no substitute for an NWS forecast Instant Notifications • Disable notifications based on alert level • Immediate alerts for imminent storms and NWS weather warnings • Morning and evening National Weather Service forecasts on your home screen Versatile Widgets • Choose from 3 different NOAA NWS weather widgets • Transparent icon widget • Basic widget with current conditions • Advanced widget showing up to 3 days when expanded Detailed NWS Weather Charts • Track rain, snow, sleet, and storms • Hourly metrics, including wind speed, dewpoint, air quality, uv index, visibility, storm energy (CAPE), and more! • NOAA Climate Prediction Center outlooks • Fire Weather Outlooks • NOAA National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center forecasts • NOAA National Weather Service National Hurricane Center outlooks • Read forecast discussions (the rationale behind forecasts) User-Friendly Interface • Modern, simplistic UI is unlike most NWS weather apps • Easy-to-understand information added with each update Personalized Locations • Select and switch between favorite locations easily • Select any location in the United States including Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands, and Guam User Manual & Guide Uses NWS weather forecasts for all data (National Weather Service of NOAA). Credits: Icons by Freepik - Flaticon: https://www.flaticon.com/free-icons/weather This app collects location data to enable updates to its widgets and notifications even when it is closed or not in use. This data is shared and used for the sole purpose of providing accurate weather. Disclaimer This app is not affiliated with the National Weather Service, NOAA, or the US Government. It aggregates public domain data from these sources.

What Weather Report: NWS & Radar Is Used For

Weather Report: NWS & Radar appears to be a weather app for people who want detailed U.S. weather information from National Weather Service and NOAA sources. Based on the metadata, it may be used to check current conditions, follow forecasts, and review forecast discussions written by meteorologists rather than relying only on simplified summaries. It also seems geared toward users who want radar-focused weather tracking on a phone.

Common uses may include checking live radar, viewing radar-based forecasts, and monitoring storm-related updates such as weather warnings and alerts. The app’s permission list suggests it uses network access to retrieve weather data and may use approximate or precise location to show conditions for the user’s area. It also mentions widgets and notifications, so it may be useful for quick home screen updates, morning and evening forecasts, and staying aware of changing weather during the day.

The metadata also points to specialized weather layers and charts, such as rain and snow accumulation, severe weather outlooks, hurricane outlooks, and hourly metrics like wind, visibility, and air quality. That makes it a fit for users who want a more detailed weather reference on Android rather than a basic forecast app.

Common uses

Check current weather conditions and short-term forecasts
Follow NWS and NOAA-based weather updates
View radar and storm movement on a phone
Receive weather alerts and warning notifications
Use widgets for at-a-glance forecast information
Track location-based weather for saved places
Review detailed charts and forecast discussions

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App Details

Package:
com.vfdnow.nationalweatherservice

Category:
Weather

Developer:
Weather Report LLC

Version:
8.1.4

Updated:
Mar 5, 2026

Min Android:
10

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
Yes

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: com.vfdnow.nationalweatherservice
Age rating: Everyone

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