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The Best Wireless Weather Forecasting Stations and Gadgets

2009-06-26T13:20:39Z

We've created a page of the best of the best Wireless Weather Forecasting gadgets - we think you'll find it very helpful.

At Weather Snob: The Best Wireless Weather Forecasting Stations and Gadgets

Oregon Scientific's RMR500 Weather Display with Integrated Solar Panels

2009-01-15T16:21:19Z

Nice to see Oregon Scientfic getting into the solar panel powered wireless device fray. The RMR500 Eco Clima Control gets three whole months of power after just eight hours in the sun. Retails for $99 - and can track up to four different temperature/humidity locations.

Via Engadget and here...

The Weather Snob is Signing Off

2008-11-24T12:50:40Z

It's been an amazing two years here at Weather Snob, but it's time to sign off.

We want to thank everyone who has supplied us products for review, feedback from our readers, and anyone else we've missed. The Weather Snob may return in the future, but for now enjoy our vast archives of weather related fun and news.

If you're looking for other interesting reads weather related and non-weather related please visit other sites from BlogPire Productions.

-- The Weather Snob

NOAA's National Weather Service - Satellite Images

2008-11-19T13:02:29Z

We use this free service just about everyday, and thought we'd share it with you. The tabbed interface gives you all kinds of weather data, but the main page is stunning. It shows you precipitation for the entire US.

This shows the most recent image of the United States, taken from a NOAA satellite. This image is taken in the infrared band of light and show relative warmth of objects. Colder objects are brighter and warmer objects are darker. Lower layers of clouds, generally warmer and lower in altitude, are colored gray. Colder and generally higher clouds tops are highlighted in colors. IR imagery is useful for determining cloud features both at day and night.

At Satellite Images - NOAA's National Weather Service

Timex TX6000 Wireless Electronic Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer with Clock and Calendar

2008-11-17T13:47:13Z

This little setup from Timex of all companies is pretty smart. The wireless sensor also includes the temperature on it's LCD display. It transmits temperature data up to 80 feet. The alarm clock has a snooze alarm feature, and the Base Station requires 2 AAA batteries. Remote Sensor requires 2 AAA batteries.

At Timex TX6000 Wireless Electronic Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer with Clock and Calendar

Oregon Scientific BAR338PA ExactSet Projection Clock with Cable-Free Weather Forecaster

2008-11-14T13:51:11Z

Always a top seller we really like the features of this indoor weather projection clock. With the Oregon Scientific BAR338PA ExactSet Projection Alarm Clock you can keep your pretty little head on the pillow in the morning. Just tap the snooze button & the clock will momentarily project the time on the wall or ceiling in soft red light. You can even rotate the projector forward 90 degrees if needed. And being an ExactSet clock, it automatically sets it's own time, day, & date via the US Atomic Clock in Boulder, Colorado. It automatically connects to the Atomic Clock 6 times a day via it's built-in radio receiver. It even adjusts for Daylight Savings Time & Leap Year. Day-of-week in one of 3 languages - English, French, Spanish Alarm - Crescendo Battery Type - 2 AAA

At Oregon Scientific BAR338PA ExactSet Projection Clock with Cable-Free Weather Forecaster

5 Things Airlines Won't Tell You About Weather Delays

2008-11-12T13:32:39Z

We found this rather interesting article on weather delays and what airports don't want you to know. They mostly use any weather excuse to get out of paying you, telling you why you're late, or just to delay you.

1. If there is a hint of bad weather anywhere, that will be used as the excuse
2 .Weather is considered an "Act of God" and it basically means the carrier owes passengers nothing.
3. When an airline says a flight is affected by weather we have to take it at its word.
4.'Our definition of a weather delay is absurdly loose.
5. 'We're even confused by the way we report weather delays.

Via Consumerist at Elliot.org

Oregon Scientific WR606 NOAA Desktop Weather Station

2008-11-10T11:15:00Z

This is a really cool weather station and emergency alert radio from Oregon Scientific. We love the fact it combines the two features into one smart unit, and has a bright easy to read display.

Monitors all US Hazards and Emergency Alert System (EAS) bulletins, warnings and watches.
Receives all NOAA reports, which include advisories on severe weather conditions, civil emergencies, hazards, and evacuation details.
SAME technology alerts users to emergencies in their area, and describes the type and duration of the event.
Audible and visual alert signals notify you of all levels of messages (Advisories, Watches, Warnings).
Large dot-matrix LCD display with backlight displays weather forecast 12 to 24 hour in advance, barometric pressure and ice warnings.

At Oregon Scientific WR606 NOAA Desktop Weather Station

La Crosse Technology WS-2317 Professional Weather Station

2008-11-07T13:31:16Z

We haven't featured this weather station from La Crosse before, and for $99 it looks pretty solid. We like the WWVB radio integration, and the three remote sensors are wireless.

Displays extensive weather data, in all cases with programmable alarm functions for certain weather conditions as well as records of all minimum and maximum values along with time and date of their recordings
Monitors all types of weather conditions, including indoor temperature/humidity, remote temperature/humidity, rainfall, wind speed and direction, wind chill, dew point, and barometric pressure
Receives and displays the WWVB radio controlled time and date
0ptional PC interface included
Three remote sensors are wired together and use two AA batteries total, with wireless transmission back to display unit

At La Crosse Technology WS-2317 Professional Weather Station: Home & Garden

Weather Fun at NOAA - Games and Puzzles for Kids

2008-11-05T13:27:37Z

Try out some weather puzzles and other fun at NOAA.gov. This page is filled with things sure to keep you and your kids engaged with weather.

At Weather Fun

October 2008 Monthly Roundup for Single Serve Coffee

2008-11-03T12:52:03Z

General News

Global Warming

Understanding Weather and Climate - Updated Information

Home Weather Stations

Indoor Weather

Penguin Humidifier - Improve Your Winter Indoor Weather

Monthly Round-Ups

September 2008 Monthly Round-Up for Weather Snob

Oregon Scientific

Oregon Scientific Online Store at Amazon

Weather Books

Weather Data Services

CustomWeather - Weather API for Web Sites

Weather Gadgets

Remote Control Displays Weather While You Channel Surf

Wind Meters

WindMate 200 - Measure the Wind

Wireless Weather Stations

Weather Direct Wireless Weather Displays from La Crosse

Weather Direct Wireless Weather Displays from La Crosse

2008-10-31T12:31:38Z

We haven't seen these new wireless weather displays from La Crosse until today. Weather Direct® is La Crosse Technology's revolutionary new line of Satellite-Assisted Internet-Powered Weather Stations - re-inventing the way the world gets weather and other important information. There's a full line of different models - including the model above. Some feature audio assisted weather, and some of the wireless weather displays are more compact than others. All of the models seem to provide a 4 day forecast, and the subscription to receive the weather data is free.

Free Forecasts for Over 40,000 Cities without a Subscription
4 Day Forecast w/ Daily Sky Condition Icons
Micro Forecast: Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night
Chance of Precipitation (0-95%) Rain Amount
Sunshine Forecast - (Hours of Sunlight)
Wind Gust, Speed and Direction
Barometric Pressure Readings
HI and LOW Daily Temperature Forecast
Indoor Temperature
Wireless Outdoor Temperature (Sensor Included)
Time Sets Itself (Alarm with Snooze)
User-Defined Forecast Alarms: Temperature, Humidity & Chance of Percipitation

At Weather Direct® - Wireless Displays

Chaney Instrument Oak Finished Weather Station - Classy Weather

2008-10-29T13:04:03Z

We love the classic weather station, and think this one will look right at home in your living room or den. Finished with a warm oak stain, this wooden weather station features a thermometer, barometer and hygrometer. The unit hangs vertically or horizontally to dress up any wall. The luxurious, handcrafted Tahoe Oak finish emphasizes brass bezels for a striking affect. A handsome black band sets off the brass bezels while graceful, black hands stand out against an off-white dial face. Arabic numerals are easy to read from across the room. Temperature is displayed in Fahrenheit and Celsius. Backed by a five-year, manufacturer warranty, this 14-inch-tall station is precision-engineered for accurate weather data.

At Chaney Instrument Oak Finished Weather Station

Oregon Scientific Online Store at Amazon

2008-10-27T11:32:02Z

If you want to see all of Oregon Scientific's weather gadgets and accessories in one place, we just found out they have a store at Amazon. The store has a best sellers list, and also details on all of their products.

At Oregon Scientific Store

Blue Line Metal Weather Station from Oregon Scientific

2008-10-24T13:52:20Z

We really like just about anything with a hint of blue in an electronic device, and the Oregon Scientific BAR908HGA Blue Line Weather Forecaster not only fits the bill - but is stunning. You’ll have all the information you need to plan your day – displayed in cool blue LCD numerals against a white LED backlight. Atomic time never needs adjusting. Included remote wireless sensor contains the RF chip to better receive the Atomic time signal. Indoor/ outdoor temperature and humidity keep you in the know, while an iconic weather forecast indicates future weather conditions.

Product Features

Time auto-sets with Atomic time function
12 or 24-hour time display with calendar and alarm
Weather forecast is shown in easy-to-read icons – sunny, partly cloudy, cloudy, rainy, or snowy
Indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity display
Bar chart display of 24-hour barometric pressure trends
Includes one wireless outdoor temperature sensor (RTGN318)
Additional sensors available, including UV sensor (UVR138)

At Oregon Scientific and Oregon Scientific BAR908HGA Blue Line Weather Forecaster

CustomWeather - Weather API for Web Sites

2008-10-22T12:44:06Z

Having recently visited SimpleWeather and found them using CustomWeather, we thought we'd pass along the info to this cool weather service. CustomWeather is one of the most comprehensive weather service providers today, offering the highest level of detailed coverage, accuracy and customization. Their products and services are intended to be fully integrated and private labeled to support the branding whoever buys the data service.

At CustomWeather

Got $80,000? You Can Buy SimpleWeather Web Site

2008-10-20T12:45:30Z

Mashable is reporting SimpleWeather - a site that lets you simply enter your zip code and get the weather is up for sale. 80k? We'll take 80k in money - right now. :-) Too bad, it's tough to see the economic downturn effect smaller sites, and these sites have to sell out for money. Or is it?

SimpleWeather, a nifty web site which brings you weather information when you enter a zip code or city name into a simple form, is for sale. We’ve mentioned the site in our big list of sites that provide you with weather info, and it has been mentioned on other prominent sites as well, most notably on one of Time’s “25 websites you can’t live without” lists.

The site is currently defunct, redirecting to myforecast.com; it is due to a $6000 debt to its data provider, customweather.com. The owners are asking 80,000 dollars for ownership of the site, source code, backend and some additional domain names.

Via Mashable

WindMate 200 - Measure the Wind

2008-10-17T12:06:59Z

We're always on the look out for a new wind meter to keep track of those windy walks. That's right - on our walks each day when it's windy, it's always a bit interesting to see how fast the wind is blowing. The Windmate 200 has an internal "wind vane" which ensures all readings are on the wind's axis, and the sure-grip, jack knife-style case keeps hands away from affecting sensors. Backlit screen shows digital direction in degrees/compass points; cross/head/tail wind readings; wind chill; temperature. Lanyard and carry case included.

At WindMate 200

Remote Control Displays Weather While You Channel Surf

2008-10-15T11:22:51Z

We've seen a lot of really cool universal remotes, but none as cool as amazing on the weather front as the Acoustic Research ARRU449 Universal Smart Remote Control. The remote has the ability to display Remote-Screen News, Weather and Sports. It allows you to access to the click365 service of news, weather and sports information. The remote gets all of this information by using your 802.11 b or g wireless router and internet access.

Other features include:

Guided Setup: Automatically detects device codes, so programming your TV, DVD player, stereo receiver or any other device is simple
One-Touch Activities: Control all your home theater systems with simple One-Touch Activities like Watch Greatroom DVR, Watch Bedroom DVD or Watch Den Satellite Receiver
Remote-Screen Program Guides: Access updated program guides for your cable, satellite and local broadcast programming on the remotes built-in screen
Remote-Screen News, Weather and Sports: Access to the click365 service of news, weather and sports information. 802.11 b or g wireless broadband network and internet access required to access program guides and other click365 information

At Acoustic Research ARRU449 Universal Smart Remote Control

Semi-Pro Weather Station from Honeywell

2008-10-13T12:38:34Z

If you want to get into the weather station game, why not go semi-pro? This weather station automatically sets to the US Atomic Clock, and features a Duel crescendo alarm. Other features include:

12 to 24 hour weather forecast 24 hour barometric pressure history chart
indoor/outdoor temperature & humidity
manual altitude adjustment
monitors temperature & humidity in up to 3 remote locations
anemometer that measures wind speed and direction
rain gauge that measures rainfall amount
thermo-hygrometer that measures temperature and humidity
operating range is up to 100 feet
LED back light and automatic backlight control

At Semi-Pro Weather Station

Understanding Weather and Climate - Updated Information

2008-10-10T11:15:43Z

The fourth edition of Understanding Weather and Climate has been thoroughly updated throughout. Every part of the text has been examined and updated to ensure currency and clarity.Integrating the classic textbook model with emerging areas of instructional technology, this book focuses on explaining, rather than describing, the processes that produce Earth's weather and climate. The authors encourage a non-mathematical understanding of physical principles as a vehicle for learning about atmospheric processes.

At Understanding Weather and Climate

Yesterday's Weather - Perfect Weather Reading

2008-10-08T11:13:45Z

This book isn't meteorology focused, but we think you'll find this book about the crazy changing times in modern Ireland very interesting. We really liked this book and think you will too, especially the shear variety of "weather" like tales, and how they effect peoples lives.

Winner of the 2007 Man Booker Prize, Anne Enright's novel The Gathering went on to become a national best seller acclaimed for its electrifying prose and haunting emotional resonance. Now, in Yesterday's Weather, Enright presents a series of deeply moving glimpses into a rapidly changing Ireland: a land of family and tradition, but also, increasingly, of organic radicchio, cruise-ship vacations, and casual betrayals. An artisan farmer seethes at the patronage of a former Catholic-school classmate, now a successful restaurateur; a bride cuckolds her rich husband with an old college friend--a madman who won't take his pills, disappears for weeks at a time, and plays the piano like a dream. Still more startling than loss or deception are the ways in which people respond to them: a wife eaten up by rage at her husband's infidelity must weigh the real stakes after his affair takes a tragic turn; confronted with a similar situation, a woman decides to cheat with, rather than against, her man. Sharp, tender, never predictable, the sum of these stories is a rich tapestry of people struggling to find contentment with one another--and with themselves.

At Yesterday's Weather: Stories

Wireless Floating Temperature Sensor for Professional Weather Stations

2008-10-06T11:07:51Z

Looking to know what temperature the pool is in your yard? How about the pond over the hill? This addition for the WMR series of Weather Stations from Oregon Scientfic will tell you the temperature in the pool, hot tub, boat, lake or anywhere you want to know the temperature of the water.

Product Features:

Waterproof floating sensor displays and transmits water temperature to compatible Professional Weather Stations
Three channel selectable
3.0 Protocol
Works with WMR80, WMR90, WMR100, WMR200
Requires two AA batteries
Dimensions: 4L x 4D x 7H (in.)

At Oregon Scientific

Penguin Humidifier - Improve Your Winter Indoor Weather

2008-10-03T13:49:39Z

The heat is on here in the northeast, and soon you'll be needing a little more humidity in dry winter indoor air. We like this adorable Crane Cool Mist Humidifier, as it provides additional comfort to cold symptoms, dry itchy skin, and chapped lips during the winter months. The whisper quiet humidifier operates on a low power consumption providing up to 11 hours of moisture from a removable one gallon water tank. Includes an automatic shut off safety feature when water tank is empty.

At Crane Adorable Penguin Humidifier

September 2008 Monthly Round-Up for Weather Snob

2008-10-01T13:05:58Z

Emergency Alert Monitors

Emergency Supplies

Storm Safe Floating Hurricane Shelter

Emergency Weather

How to Build a Storm Shelter - Survive the Storm

General News

Home Weather Stations

Indoor Weather

Daylight Weather Projection Clock from Oregon Scientific

Monthly Round-Ups

Weather Snob Monthly Round-Up - August 2008

Weather Photos

Hurricanes as Seen from Space - Pictures from Orbit

Weather Programs

Track Hurricane Hannah - Track Hurricanes On Stormpulse

Weather Radios

Weather Watches

Daylight Weather Projection Clock from Oregon Scientific

Daylight Weather Projection Clock from Oregon Scientific

2008-09-29T13:51:07Z

We've reviewed a competing weather projection clock from Honeywell and loved it, but we think this sleek black weather clock from Oregeon Scientific looks solid as well. The projection feature shines the current time, outdoor temperature and future weather forecast on your choice of surfaces. The integrated light sensor detects the current light levels, and automatically adjusts the projection beam to the perfect level of brightness – making it easy to see the projection at even the brightest time of day. Included wireless sensor gives you the precise outdoor temperature and calendar display in your choice of 5 languages keeps you on schedule.

Product Features

180° rotating projection of weather forecast, time and outdoor temperature
Projection feature brightens as room light levels increase
Time auto-sets with Atomic time function
Weather forecast is shown in easy-to-read icons – sunny, partly cloudy, cloudy, rain,or snow
Indoor and 1-channel outdoor temperature display
Temperature shown in either F° or C°
Calendar with weekday displays in your choice of languages: E-English, S-Spanish, I-Italian, F-French, D-Dutch, R-Russian
Alarm with 8-minute snooze function
LCD with red LED backlight
CDS sensor for projection and LCD backlight brightness control
Includes one wireless outdoor temperature sensor (RTHN318)
AC adapter included for continuous projection

At Oregon Scientific

Ultra-Thin Weather Station from Oregon Scientific

2008-09-26T13:45:21Z

Thin is In! We love the look of the Ultra-Thin Weather Station from Oregon Scientific. Ideal for use on a desk, on a wall, or next to a bed, you’ll have all the information you need to plan your day. Atomic time is always precise and never needs adjusting for Daylight Saving time. Indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity keep you in the know, while an iconic weather forecast indicates future weather conditions. Alarm with snooze and calendar display round out the many features of this indispensable clock. Included remote wireless sensor contains the RF chip to better receive the Atomic time signal.

Product Features

Time auto-sets with Atomic time function
12 or 24-hour time display
Weather forecast is shown in easy-to-read icons – sunny, partly cloudy, cloudy, rainy, or snowy
Indoor and 1-channel outdoor temperature and humidity display
Temperature shown in either F° or C°
Alarm with 8-minute snooze function
Includes one wireless outdoor temperature sensor (RTGN318)

At Oregon Scientific

Oregon Scientific Desktop Emergency Radio Weather Station - Stay Informed and Prepared

2008-09-24T11:24:10Z

Given the recent and ongoing hurricane season, and the amazing number of tornados this past year in the US, needing an emergency radio is like having running water. Just get one. We like the new weather radio from Oregon Scientific, as the WR606 can continuously monitor emergency broadcasts related to weather or civil incidents in your area. It also features SAME alert programming capabilities, and you can specify which counties you want to hear information for, and be alerted when severe weather or other alerts occur in up to 9 different local counties. You’ll also get temperature, humidity, weather forecast and barometric pressure data, each illuminated by a LED backlight with an included AC adapter.

Product Features

Monitors all US Hazards and Emergency Alert System (EAS) bulletins, warnings and watches
Receives all NOAA reports, which include advisories on severe weather conditions, civil emergencies, hazards, and evacuation details
SAME technology alerts users to emergencies in their area, and describes the type and duration of the event
Audible and visual alert signals notify you of all levels of messages (Advisories, Watches, Warnings)
7 user-selectable channels or auto channel selection
Large dot-matrix LCD display with backlight
Displays indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity
Forecasts the weather 12 to 24 hours in advance
Measures barometric pressure with altitude adjustment
Ice Warning function: icon flashes when outdoor conditions near freezing temperatures
Features 12/24 hour time, day/month calendar and 2 daily alarms with snooze function

At Oregon Scientific

Oregon Scientific RMS600 - Share Your Weather via USB

2008-09-22T11:14:18Z

We obviously like to track our backyard weather here at Weather Snob, and it's pretty amazing to see a weather station priced at just $89 to get you started. This robust weather station displays Atomic time, indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity, 12-hour future forecast, ice alert, weather warnings, and moon phase. Weather enthusiasts will love to upload weather data to a PC via USB, and track weather changes with the included software.

Product Features

Indoor temperature and humidity display
Wireless remote sensor gathers outdoor temperature and humidity data (THN132N)
12-hour future forecast shown in easy-to-read icons
Ice Alert
Moon phase
Weather warnings: Heat, Wind, Storm, Fog, Frost
Includes 3 AA batteries (main unit) and 1 AA battery (sensor)
Temperature tracking software included

At Oregon Scientific

Umbrella Today? Answers That Question with Ease

2008-09-19T13:13:56Z

This might be the best and simplest weather report ever - we give you Umbrella Today. Pop your U.S. zip code (sorry international users) into new webapp Umbrella Today, and get a quick yes or no answer. After you input your zip code, you'll get an answer like below, and you'll be able to get results texted to you daily via SMS.

Via Lifehacker at Umbrella Today