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Which station?
If you want to take part in WOW-BE, you first need an automatic weather station. There are many different types of weather stations, ranging from cheap to expensive. You are free to choose which one to buy: WOW-BE does not require a specific brand or model.
Important before buying: check whether your weather station can send its data to WOW-BE. The easiest option is a station that is already “WOW-BE ready”. This means the weather station can send data in a format that is compatible with WOW-BE, making it very easy to connect. Other ways to send your data are also possible. These are listed in the table below (which is updated from time to time).
| Software used | Connection with WOW-BE reboot |
|---|---|
| Meteobridge | From version 6.2 and higher. |
| CumulusMX | From version 4.6.3 (build 4127) and higher. |
| WeeWX | From version 5.2.0 and higher. |
| Weather Display | From version 10.37S Build 152 (15-Dec-2025). |
| WUHU | From version WUHU_216_226. |
| WS View / WS View Plus / Ecowitt app | See instructions for “WOW-BE ready” station. |
| Custom programming using the API | See instructions DIY with WOW-BE API. |
| Weatherlink, Meteoware Plus | Uploading to WOW-BE reboot is not (yet) possible. |
Placement of your station
Proper placement of your station is especially important, as it largely determines the quality of the observations.
 | The thermometer should preferably be placed in an open area, away from buildings. It must certainly not be located near walls or other surfaces that may cause heating. Ideally, the thermometer is installed in a well-ventilated weather shelter, which provides protection from sun and precipitation while still allowing sufficient air circulation. |
 | Finding a good location for an anemometer (wind sensor) is often not easy, as ideally there should be no major obstacles in the surrounding area. Choose an open spot if possible and measure the distance from the wind sensor to the ground. Note this height and provide any other relevant information, such as the building’s height and the location of nearby trees or obstacles. |
 | As with wind measurements, sheltering is also an important issue when measuring precipitation. Try to ensure that no major obstacles are located in the prevailing wind direction. |
 | For humidity measurements, a deviation of 5% or more is normal. Accuracy can be checked to some extent: on misty days with temperatures above freezing, the meter should indicate a humidity of around 95–100%. |
 | For air pressure, there are no particular points of concern. |
If your weather station consists of a single unit (a so-called sensor array), you will need to find a compromise between the above factors.
