# KOLD First Alert Weather

> High-resolution weather radar, forecasts, and severe weather alerts. (iPhone/iPad app by Gray Television Group, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kold-first-alert-weather/id470255218 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gray Television Group, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/416888140)
- Category: Weather, News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 3,475 App Store ratings · 60 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 259 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-10-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kold-first-alert-weather/id470255218/reviews.md

## What is KOLD First Alert Weather?

The KOLD First Alert Weather App includes:

   * Access to station content specifically for our mobile users
   * 250 meter radar, the highest resolution available
   * Future radar to see where severe weather is headed
   * High resolution satellite cloud imagery
   * Current weather updated multiple times per hour
   * Daily and Hourly forecasts updated hourly from our computer models
   * Ability to add and save your favorite locations
   * A fully integrated GPS for current location awareness
   * Severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service
   * Opt-in push alerts to keep you safe in severe weather

## Key features

- 250 meter radar
- Future radar
- High resolution satellite imagery
- Current weather updates
- Daily and hourly forecasts
- Favorite location saving
- Severe weather alerts

## What do users think of KOLD First Alert Weather?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌟 Excellent weather forecasting accuracy
- 🌍 Comprehensive coverage of Arizona weather
- 🌟 Knowledgeable and professional meteorology team
- 📢 Helpful real-time weather alerts and warnings
- 🌟 Visually appealing and easy-to-use app
- 🌟 Radar and traffic features are valuable
- 🌟 Appreciated by users in Tucson and surrounding areas

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent data between hourly and daily forecasts
- 🔍 Difficulty reading low temperatures on daily screen
- 🔍 Radar issues with displaying future storm movements
- 🛑 Too many ads and non-weather content
- 🛑 Occasional crashes and performance issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Radar not working correctly, prompting downloads
- Crashes when using map feature
- App stops functioning after a day, requiring reinstallation

**Most requested features**

- Improve radar accuracy and future storm tracking
- Enhance accessibility features for visually impaired users
- Optimize app performance and reduce ads
- Improve consistency between hourly and daily forecasts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 60)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kold-first-alert-weather/id470255218/reviews.md

### 3/5 — it’s ok

*2026-04-13, version 6.1.601*

too many ads and i don’t like that it reloads every time i reopen it but other than that 10/10 efficiency

### 5/5 — Absolutely The Best Weather-cast ever

*2025-09-19*

I have lived in quite a few cities and major cities in the US in my lifetime! I have never seen another weather-cast as Good as KOLD 13. This program is certainly Top Shelf… the information given  , the stats and the charts and comparison and information about records is so interesting. I look forward to watching the “show” every day. I won’t miss it. Everyone on the staff and the presenters are fantastic, and truly professional. Keep up the excellent work !!!
I have the First Alert App and love it. It’s an excellent tool.

### 5/5 — Rain or Shine

*2025-07-21*

I appreciate the meteorologist at KOLD.  I like knowing what’s happening in all of Arizona but especially in Cochise County where I reside.  It helps me to plan my day be it a roaring storm or searing heat.  I appreciate the text warnings for all the first alert weather  days.

### 2/5 — So cluttered

*2024-12-26, version 5.17.509*

This app used to be great, but now at least 50% of its screen real estate is taken up by huge, distracting ads you have to scroll through. Too much effort, I’m going back to the iPhone native app.

### 1/5 — Virus infected

*2024-11-25, version 5.16.1703*

The ad block on the header page has a virus that targets iPhones

### 5/5 — Great app, except…

*2024-11-19*

I have to always start the app twice. Whereas the first start shows only blank weather statistics, the second start shows completely populated statistics.

### 5/5 — Best!!

*2024-11-08*

Every aspect of KOLD news always keeps me informed and to be prepared. Everyone on air is wonderful to watch & listen to for everything…past, present & what is ahead. They are so knowledgeable, professional, courteous and respectful. I always look forward to the broadcast no matter what I have going on because of the people, places & things that are told about to viewer’s attention. Thank you so very much KOLD for being the best to ever watch!

### 1/5 — Too many ads

*2024-10-04, version 5.16.1703*

Too many ads, you can’t even watch a video without 14 ads popping up ridiculous worthless

### 1/5 — Not Good

*2024-09-16, version 5.15.411*

Too cluttered with non-weather info

### 1/5 — Negative

*2024-04-30, version 5.13.803*

Too many choices if presenters

## Frequently asked questions about KOLD First Alert Weather

### What does the KOLD First Alert Weather app do?

This app provides users with hyper-local weather information. It features high-resolution radar, future radar to track storms, and current weather updates. You can also access daily and hourly forecasts and receive severe weather alerts.

### What are the key features of this weather app?

Key features include 250-meter radar with the highest resolution available, future radar to see where severe weather is headed, high-resolution satellite cloud imagery, and current weather updated multiple times per hour. It also offers daily and hourly forecasts, the ability to save favorite locations, and severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service.

### Is the KOLD First Alert Weather app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. It is supported by advertisements.

### Can I get alerts for severe weather?

Yes, the app provides severe weather alerts directly from the National Weather Service. You can also opt-in for push alerts to be notified about severe weather events, helping to keep you safe.

### How does the app help me track weather for my specific area?

The app uses your device's fully integrated GPS for current location awareness, providing localized weather information. Additionally, you can add and save your favorite locations to easily check the weather for multiple areas.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.2.604 — 2026-08-11

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 6.2.512 — 2026-05-29

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 6.1.601 — 2026-03-05

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 6.1.301 — 2025-12-30

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 5.17.801 — 2025-10-23

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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