Announcing the Grand Opening of Our Merch Store
Weather enthusiasts are passionate. When looking for ways to help fund our video and podcasting work, we wanted to give our readers and viewers something … Read more
10 Windiest US Cities
Chicago is called “America’s Windy City.” It earned this nickname because of its windy winters. However, is Chicago the windiest city in America? To find out, we compiled data on the 10 windiest cities in the US. The results might surprise you.
The 10 Stormiest Cities in the US
Thunderstorms are a regular occurrence during the spring and summer months for large swaths of the United States. As storm systems sweep across the country, … Read more
Top 10 Driest US Cities
Rainy days get you down? The answer appears to be to move to the Southwest United States. Cities in the Desert Southwest are some of the driest in the country, with average annual rainfall as little as three inches per year! We combed the data and picked out the 10 most driest cities in the US, which are pretty bone dry.
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
The Sunniest US Cities
Sunshine is good for you. It’s a natural source of Vitamin D. It elevates your mood and has been shown to lower blood pressure. A sunny day makes outdoor activities that much more pleasant. If you love the sunshine, there’s no better place in America to be than the Desert Southwest.
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
17 Unique Science Gifts They’ll Love
The holidays are here again, so it’s time to start thinking about what you’re getting everyone. But what if they’re into science? Or a science teacher? What science-themed gifts are out there and are of high quality?
22 Great Weather Gifts on Sale Black Friday
The holiday shopping season is here, and there are some great deals on weather gifts. We’ve rounded up 22 (that’s not a typo!) gifts for weather lovers for you to consider for the weather nerd in your life this holiday season, no matter the holiday you’re shopping for.
5 Black Friday Weather Station Deals on Amazon
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.
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.
