I continue my research into home weather stations, and it seems there is variable accuracy amongst the various options:

Temperatures:

These appear to be overcooked when there is strong sunlight. I see that on Wunderground, it's pretty obvious when I look at local personal weather stations, the direct sun affects accuracy at times, and I seems some equipment is more affected than others.

Rainfall:

Some people's equipment seems to be highly incorrect with regards to rainfall, though many appear to be highly accurate also.

Are there any weather stations at the reasonable cost end (I see many in the £150 to £300 bracket are available), that gives reasonable accuracy with regards to rainfall and temperature? Or is it simply the case of, you pay for what you get?

I had a similar experience last summer when I got into tracking weather patterns for my gardening hobby. After trying out a few different models in that price range, I stumbled upon one that really stood out. It's been a game-changer for me ever since.

I found that the Kestrelmet.com weather station offered surprisingly accurate readings for both temperature and rainfall, even during those scorching sunny days. Plus, it didn't break the bank, which was a huge relief.

Edited by user Wednesday, May 15, 2024 3:13:00 PM(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified