r/myweatherstation

Now I'm currently searching for the best professional weather stations that are accurate, reliable, and monitor everyday weather conditions like temperature, humidity, wind speed, rainfall, and barometric pressure with precision. I want something with a clear display, wireless sensors, and that delivers real-time data consistently without signal drops or calibration issues.

I've come across several options during my research, but I'd love to hear about your personal experiences and recommendations.

Completely new to this. Did a quick google search and was met with so many options. The one that looked the most interesting, Ambient Weather WS-5000, has a subscription? Definitely do not want that.

Is there something that is similar (customizable addons) that is all on one screen without the subscription?

• We do not have a smart home

• Solar or battery is fine with us (unless you believe one is better over the other please let me know)

• We live in the New England area if that matters

I'm curious if a wireless weather station needs grounding if it's not the tallest thing coming off of a house. I understand it's not ideal placement, but it is what it is. There are higher metal plumbing vents, exhaust vents and attic vents that are all metal. Why wouldn't they need grounding, but the weather station does?

Thanks for taking the time to reply.

Temperature accuracy of these weather station seems to be ±1 Degree Celsius which is very low.

Indoor/Outdoor thermometers are available in $10-$30 range with digital sensors having accuracy of ±0.1-0.3 Degree Celsius.

Why are companies which are charging $200 for weather stations not using these highly accurate sensors?

Ecowitt Wittboy GW2001 ($200)- ±1°C Accuracy

SwitchBot Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer ($14)- ±0.2°C Accuracy

A solid solution for weather analysis

I have owned a couple of Tempest Weather Stations over the years and as much as I loved them, I always felt that not having a dedicated screen was a bit of a let down. I first used the Tempest URL that WeatherFlow provides, but it is plain and not setup how I would prefer. I decided to build my own site that would both be a full blown weather page - plus an additional URL for Tempest Devices. Some of the highlights of the Tempest page is it auto updates (both backend data and new versions of the app), solar events, weather graph (with precip, temp, and wind), forecast, high-res radar, data points that include AQI, pressure, UV, lightning, and more. One of the more unique aspects is that it also has an animated background that represents the current weather. Clouds move. The sun 'rises' and 'sets', the moon also does this, lightning, snow, etc. Just about any weather will be shown. Rain falls, and lightning flashes :) There is also a weather alert system built in that will auto clear after some time (but still show a plus sign that there is an unread alert). It also has a built in override for non-Tempest users - or if your Tempest is down or loses its connection, it will gather weather from your area and from other weather sources via several different APIs. It works in portrait and landscape mode and is tuned for 10", 15" and 22" devices. Check it out when you get a chance and let me know if you have any requests for changes or new features. Will gather feedback and work to continue to improve. The URL is https://myweatherdesk.com/mytempest and you can email me your feedback or requests at myweatherdesk00@gmail.com Thanks! - Wade

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As the title says, the sensor is failing and paid its dues. I need wind direction, wind speed, rain rate and accumulated. Should I just upgrade the sensor or the whole unit? Replace with what?

This will be my first weather station. I have a set of uncommon requirements and I'm not sure if there's a commercial product that ticks all my boxes:

• MUST work entirely locally without reliable access to the internet. I'm rural enough that the internet can take a vacation or something for a week from time to time. My WiFi network stays up, but the link to the outside world goes down.

• MUST have a always-on local display. I do not want to have to find my phone to load an app or check a self-hosted website from my laptop. I want a display I can stick on the wall that always shows the information I care about.

• The information I'm most interested in is outdoor dewpoint followed closely by inside dewpoint. Yes, I know these could be calculated from temp and RH but, again, I just want something I can glance at as I walk by.

• An anemometer with direction would be nice, but not required, as would the sensors required for it to display WBGT.

• A rain gauge would also be nice but TBH just a luxury as I have one I can look out the window and see.

• I can't spend more than $300 on this right now.

• Bonus points if, when the internet is up, it'll pull a forecast and display forecast hi/low for today and tomorrow. To be clear, I understand this feature can only work while the internet is up.

Is there any commercial product that'll meet these requirements within my budget?

I'm new-ish to weather stations and my only experience is with a mediocre LaCrosse station I'm looking to replace. I really like what EcoWitt has to offer in terms of sensors and data uploading EXCEPT that apparently you can only have ONE outdoor temp sensor per gateway?! Am I missing something or do they really only support multiple indoor sensors but not outdoor ones? What's the logic behind that? I guess I could buy multiple gateways, but that seems silly to have to do, plus electrical outlets are in short supply in my 50s era home even with power strips in every room.

My use case is largely for gardening. I'm in a harsh climate (high elevation desert) and need temp/humidity sensors to help identify microclimates, and I may also want to deploy soil moisture & temp sensors. I was looking into Ambient weather but was put off by the combo of high price and bad reviews (namely for the temp and soil sensors, which I would like several of each). There's not much info on the difference in weatherproofing between EcoWitts WN31 and WN32 so I'm wondering if I could just build housing to protect the WN31s and put them outside, my climate is such that moisture is nonexistant but the UV is what destroys things.

For those who's priority is multiple outdoor temp/humidity sensors, what do you use?

Hi all, this will be my first long distance drive with a Prius 2011 and I was wondering if anyone has suggestion for how to stay constantly updated with the weather? Safety is priority and heading into a city in 8 hours time is one thing but inclement weather breaking up the journey is another. It would be very helpful if there is a radio station that I can simply tune in.

For worse case scenario, and facing with sudden incessant rain or gusting winds, is there anything you do to ride it out?

Also, my trip is in 2 days time. So if purchase is recommended, I can buy something in next 2 days so it has to be available in Walmart or Autozone.

Started with thinking of the WS90.. then read about the rain sensor, so thought a ws80 and wh40h. Was getting a monitor then realized would not use it so GW3010. But talking to wife and comprimises am thinking Just get a WN32 with rain shield, a WH40H, some soil sensors, and the GM3010. Than add a ws68 If i want wind speed, but I have 30 ft trees on 2 sides and a 1 story house on the third, so wind probably not accurate. Now Without the ws68 I dont get a uv or light sensor, do I need those? I assume I can feed them all through the GW3010 and to app or website?

What is wrong with this plan?

Hello,

I am looking for a weather station which will be a birthday gift for my boyfriend. I have zero knowledge about them. He has had some basic station since 8 years we are together but it recently broke during heavy storm. It was just a tiny 2*4cm plastic thing you put on the window shelf. Right now we are on holiday and he is nervously checking weather as there were said to be thunderstorms at home. I would be much more chill if he would relax instead of constant checking therefore i think he needs a new station. Had plans for another gift but I changed my mind, thankfully i found this sub.

Things i suspect he would like:

- app so he can check weather from anywhere

- wifi connectivity so sensor could be at his brothers house 150m away which is more on the open

- works on solar power, he loves it

- budget is 250€ (Europe)

- birthday is tomorrow and it is no problem if it arrives late

- i'm ok with recommendations and will just show him and he will choose which one

Thanks 🙏

I'm looking into the feasibility of installing several anemometers throughout public spaces managed by my organization, with the goal of getting alerted when wind speed/gusts are strong enough to potentially knock over our patio umbrellas. We can't rely on general forecasts for this, because it's Manhattan and local wind speeds are so strongly affected by the tall buildings. None of us has set up a system like this before, so we'd appreciate any advice on what options to consider. Beyond the question of which devices are most affordable and reliable, there's also the question of how we'd set up the alerts - is that something that comes standard, or would we need additional software? We do have the ability to install these on light poles with electrical outlets, so power isn't as much of a concern.

I've done some searching with no luck. Im looking for a basic weather station that tells me indoor and outdoor temp, but also gets my local weather alerts. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Edit: Im also fine with the outdoor setup that measures wind and pressure. I am interested in the weather. Im just looking for specific features.