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Rain Alarm

Weather • Michael Diener - Software • ⭐ 4.30 • 10,000,000+

Reliably warns you of approaching rain in time.

Version Varies with device 12.1 MB Everyone

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This app requests 22 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	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.
✅ 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	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.
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.
⚠️ 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.
⚠️ 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.
✅ 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.
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	Receive Boot Completed android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED	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.
⚠️ Sensitive	Modify external storage android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to write or modify files in shared device storage.	Used for saving downloads, media files, exports, edited documents, backups, or cached content.	Sensitive permission. Make sure file access matches the app’s 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	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	Providers Gsf Permission Read Gservices com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES	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	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	Access Adservices Ad Id android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_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	Access Adservices Attribution android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION	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 Adservices Topics android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS	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	De Mdiener Rain Usa Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission de.mdiener.rain.usa.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.
⚠️ Sensitive	Read external storage android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Allows the app to read files from shared device storage.	Used by media players, file managers, backup apps, editors, upload tools, and document apps.	Sensitive permission. Review carefully if the app does not need access to files or media.

About Rain Alarm

This weather app alerts you when rain is approaching. The alerts are a reliable short-term forecast based on near real-time data. This app is more precise and reliable than a traditional forecast. It is very useful for all outdoor activities – including cycling, motorcycling, hiking, gardening, BBQs, picnics, dog walking and DIY. Features: • Alerts when rain is coming closer (notification, vibration, sound, speech) • Intuitive map overview • Useful widgets in different sizes and themes • Separate, classic weather forecast page (including weather warnings, where available) • NEW: Differentiate rain, hail, sleet, snow, and freezing rain • Standalone Wear OS app including notifications, tile and complication • Android Auto support (only for full susbcribers) In-app purchases (not available for Wear OS): • No more ads • Multiple locations and multiple alarms • Extra settings for animation, alarms, and widgets • NEW: Map widget • NEW: Extended forecast data on extra weather page (not the map) • NEW: Support for Android Auto The data is collected from local weather services. Supported countries: Americas: USA (including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam), Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, French Antilles, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, El Salvador Europe: UK, Ireland, Spain (including the Balearic and the Canary Islands), Italy, France, Germany, Netherlands, Iceland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Austria, Czechia, Hungary, Croatia, Poland, Slovenia, Estonia, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Belarus Asia: Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Philippines, Israel, India, Macau, Brunei Oceania: Australia, Fiji, New Caledonia Also available for other platforms: https://app.rain-alarm.com Follow us on X for the latest news: https://x.com/rainalarm

What Rain Alarm Is Used For

Rain Alarm appears to be a weather app focused on short-term rain alerts rather than broad long-range forecasting. Based on the metadata, it is commonly used by people who want to know when precipitation is moving toward their location so they can plan outdoor activities more effectively. The app’s weather category, phone-app format, and location permissions suggest it works by checking nearby conditions and notifying the user when rain is approaching.

Common use cases may include cycling, hiking, dog walking, gardening, commuting, or other situations where timing matters. The listed alert options such as notification, vibration, sound, and speech suggest it is meant to draw attention quickly when weather changes are expected. The presence of widgets, a map view, and a separate forecast page also suggests it can be used as a quick weather-check tool on the home screen, while support for Wear OS and Android Auto indicates it may be useful across connected devices for users who want weather updates in different contexts.

Common uses

Get alerts when rain appears to be moving closer to your area.
Check a map-based view for nearby weather conditions.
Use home screen widgets for quick weather status at a glance.
Review the separate forecast page for additional weather context.
Receive different alert styles such as sound, vibration, or speech.
Track weather for outdoor plans like walking, biking, or gardening.
Use Wear OS or Android Auto support where available.

Best for:

Outdoor planning Quick rain alerts Widget users Wear OS users Drivers and commuters

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App Details

Package:
de.mdiener.rain.usa

Category:
Weather

Developer:
Michael Diener - Software

Version:
Varies with device

Updated:
Mar 31, 2026

Min Android:
Varies with device

Age Rating:
Everyone

Contains Ads:
Yes

In-App Purchases:
Yes

Official Listing

Official listing available on Google Play
Package name: de.mdiener.rain.usa
Age rating: Everyone

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