Announcing the Grand Opening of Our Merch Store
UPDATE: We switched gears and have launched a completely new brand, Cirrusly Weather! It’s much better than our merch store, and we have some exciting … Read more
Ed Oswald
How do I find weather stations near me?
While we’re here to find you the best home weather station, we also understand you just might be looking for accurate local weather data. Let … Read more
Ambient Weather WS-5000 Review
Ambient Weather’s weather stations have become what I expect to see in mid-range models. The company all but defined the budget end of the spectrum with the WS-2902 series, which performed almost as well as the Davis Vantage Vue — and offered best-in-class smart home connectivity. I couldn’t wait to test the Ambient Weather WS-5000 out for myself.
KestrelMet 6000 Review
Kestrel makes incredible weather meters. But can it make a great home weather station? We have our answer, and it’s the KestrelMet 6000.
Climalytic Instruments TROPO Precipitation Gauge Review
Date of Our Original Review: October 2023 While weather gadgets don’t have the upgrade cycle of an iPhone, manufacturers improve their products frequently to get … Read more
Ambient Weather WS-2902 Review
There are many choices regarding home weather stations, especially for budget models. But with these cheap weather stations come compromises, and that’s why I was skeptical of Ambient Weather’s claims about the WS-2902.
It’s time to investigate AccuWeather for antitrust, ASAP
There’s been incredible growth in private sector meteorology over the past twenty years, and there’s a reason for it. In the early days of the … Read more
Which Ecowitt (Fine Offset) Weather Station Should I Buy?
The US’s largest home weather station manufacturers are AcuRite, Ambient Weather, and Davis. However, buying one of these stations outside the United States is expensive. In the rest of the world, Ecowitt is the largest home weather station manufacturer globally.
Ambient Weather WS-1965 Review: Cheap, Accurate, But Limited
Date of our Original Review: June 2024 Ambient Weather has long been recognized for producing accurate weather stations that integrate well with smart home technology … Read more
Tempest Weather System Review: We took a second look
The WeatherFlow Tempest is a station I’ve been watching for years. The station first debuted on Indiegogo in late 2016 (no, that’s not a typo) and looked like nothing else on the market.
How to make your Tempest Weather System rain gauge more accurate
The Tempest Weather System is an outstanding weather station, with accuracy rivaling some pro-grade weather stations. However, you may have experienced some issues with the … Read more
How much does an automatic weather station cost?
An automatic weather station is a broad term that describes weather stations that take measurements without humans. Basic home weather stations are automated, as are … Read more
Here’s the Prime Day weather station deals we’re expecting
Prime Day is here, and we’re busy searching for all the great deals. Along with deals on thousands of items, we found some great Prime Day weather station deals that you’ll want to check out.
More Transparency in Our Reviews
We’ve made a small change to our review pages which we hope clears up confusion on when our reviews took place. Often, we “bump the … Read more
15 Lightning Safety Tips That Will Keep You Safe in a Storm
In a thunderstorm, there is no safe place outside. Finding shelter quickly is critical. The sound of thunder often precedes a storm by only a few miles, and fast-moving storms can give you little time to find shelter. But it’s better to take cover long before you hear the first rumbles of thunder.
What is a High Wind Warning? Get Prepared Now
The National Weather Service issues various wind warnings to warn the public of dangerous wind conditions. Wind warnings are issued when sustained wind speeds are expected to reach or exceed a certain speed for a certain amount of time.
Google, why are legitimate review sites disappearing from results?
Normally, I like to keep The Weather Station Experts as focused on its core topic as possible. The events of the last six months have … Read more
Tornado Alley is Shifting East. Here’s Why That Matters
As winter changes to spring, meteorologists switch focus from winter storms to severe weather. Ramping up first in the Deep South in March, tornado season reaches its peak in ‘Tornado Alley’ in May and June.
Types of fronts on a weather map: Be your own weatherman
Ever wonder what the types of fronts you see on the weather map mean? As part of our continuing weather education series, we thought an explainer would be helpful.
Cloud types explained: Cirrus, Cumulus, Stratus & More
No doubt at some point you’ve looked up at the clouds, if just for their beauty, and to marvel at the different shapes and sizes. By knowing the various cloud types you can make general assumptions about current and near-future weather.
