NOAA Weather Unofficial (Pro)

NOAA forecast & radar for your exact location.

NOAA Weather Unofficial (Pro)

App stats

Version: 2.15.4 (Last updated: 2024-09-18)
Creation date: 2012-02-22
Price: 1.99
Permissions
Location: approximate location (network-based), precise location (GPS and network-based)
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Other:
  • receive data from Internet
  • view network connections
  • full network access
  • run at startup
  • control vibration
  • prevent device from sleeping
  • read Google service configuration

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App summary

This weather app is not affiliated with NOAA or the National Weather Service. Products provided by NOAA are in the public domain, and this app's use of those products is compliant with NOAA/NWS terms of use.


This app provides forecasts, animated radar, hourly forecast, and current conditions, all in an intuitive and easy to use interface. Just the information you need, provided accurately, quickly, and for your exact location.


★ "A no-nonsense approach to show weather data on your phone, but done well and great looking" - Android Central


This app uses NOAA point forecasts from your GPS location to get the most localized weather available. Point forecasts are great for climbing, hiking, skiing, or any outdoor activity where weather from a nearby city isn't accurate enough.


GPS on the phone will provide the most accurate location, but usually isn't needed. Nearby cell towers and Wi-Fi networks can also provide this information, and will be checked first to save time and battery. You can also enter a location manually.


To provided highly localized forecasting, this app uses point forecasts from the National Weather Service (NOAA/NWS), and is therefore only available in the US.


If there is severe weather this will display at the top of the forecast. This app currently does NOT support severe weather alerts or notifications. NOAA is providing this service directly through cell carriers. You can read more about the service at https://www.weather.gov/wrn/wea.


There are also several differently sized widgets available which can be placed on your homescreen to provide some basic weather information, without the need to open the app.


Forecast discussion is available through the menu button.


Permission: Location
This app requires your location to provide you with the most accurate weather. This is fundamental to how the app works. You can still add manual locations as well if you prefer.


Permission: Photos/Media/Files
This permission is required by Google Maps so that it can cache map tiles for faster loading. It sounds like the app is doing something with your photos or media, but it is not. The permission means that the app has permission to access your files (which includes photos and media), but does not mean they are actually being accessed. It is a subtle but important distinction. Contact me if you have further questions about this.


These are the non-simplified permissions as listed in the Android manifest:
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION" (location access listed above)
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE" (check for network connection)
android.permission.INTERNET" (download weather)
android.permission.VIBRATE" (for zoom feedback on old radar)
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" (this is Photos/Media/Files listed above)
com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES" (required by google maps)


FAQ (Frequently asked questions):
http://graniteapps.net/noaaweather/faq.html


Please contact me if you have any further questions or problems.


This is the premium version and is 100% Ad free, and has no limitations.


NOAA Weather on Twitter
https://twitter.com/noaa_weather

Beta Channel (for newest features)
https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.nstudio.weatherhere

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Accurate weather data, often sourced from NOAA.
  • User-friendly interface and easy to navigate.
  • Ability to save multiple locations.
  • Fast loading times and straightforward access to current weather.
  • Customizable options for forecasts and alerts.
Cons
  • Issues with current temperature not displaying correctly.
  • Repeated bugs in updates affecting radar and current observations.
  • Notifications for distant weather advisories that can be excessive.
  • Problems with HTML gibberish displaying in detailed forecasts.
  • Concerns over the need to repeatedly pay for upgrades.
Most mentioned
  • Data accuracy and reliability.
  • User interface and ease of use.
  • Problems with notifications and alerts.
  • Radar and map issues after updates.
  • Customer support and responsiveness from the developer.
User reviews
Free' s so good I almost didn't upgrade. But I'm glad I did. Best, cleanest weather information out there. edited (added) After years of using this great app, I still love it. It is very easily configured for your preferences. The information is as accurate as is available - straight from NOAA. Radar maps are included. Daily or hourly forecasting. - your choice. Very easy to use and understand whether you're a spotter, a Mom, a commuter, a tech junkie or a kid wanting to know if it'll rain!
by Jim Walker, 2024-11-23

Had it for years and then was unable to get it as message said data download not available. Evwn paid for another app and worked for a few days. Was able to get it working again after several months by getting new phone and reloading my app. Works great again. love the local radar images and forecasts.
by Mark Stastka, 2024-11-23

My favorite weather app, but since a recent update, it constantly spams me with notifications of advisories and warnings about weather conditions that are far away and aren't moving toward my area. That's more appropriate for a prayers request app. The only way to stop them is to turn off all notifications — an extreme solution, as I do want warnings that affect my area.
by A Google user, 2024-10-29
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