CNN Weather

iOS

CNN Interactive Group, Inc.

4.0

(155 total reviews)

Weather

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What users complain about in CNN Weather

Users frequently report that the CNN Weather app crashes upon launch or fails to open at all. Many complain about poor display optimization for iPads, with the app not utilizing the full screen. Additionally, users are frustrated by the requirement to create an account and the app's persistent requests for location access.

App crashes on launchHigh
Poor iPad displayHigh
Account requirementMedium

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What do users complain about most in CNN Weather?

Negative reviews on CNN Weather cluster around recurring complaint patterns visible in the 1-3 star reviews above. Common themes include app crashes, missing features, billing issues, and update regressions. Browse the negative reviews on this page to see the specific issues real users in App Store are reporting.

How is CNN Weather rated on App Store?

CNN Weather has an average rating of 4.2 stars from 155 ratings on App Store. The negative review breakdown above shows the 1-3 star reviews that the headline rating averages out, grouped by complaint type so you can see what users actually struggle with.

Why does CNN Weather have negative reviews?

Even apps with strong overall ratings accumulate 1-3 star reviews when users hit specific issues. For CNN Weather, the negative reviews on this page reveal the friction points that the marketing pages and headline rating do not show. Reading the actual complaints surfaces patterns weeks before they appear in app store rating averages.

Is CNN Weather worth installing in 2026?

CNN Weather is well-rated overall with 4.2 stars. Read the negative reviews above before installing to see if the recurring complaints affect your specific use case (platform, country, payment method).

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