How "No-Moving-Parts" Weather Stations Really Work (And Why They Need Time)

Published on Jan. 17, 2025, 3:38 p.m.

For the weather enthusiast, traditional mechanical stations are a source of known frustrations. Spinning cup anemometers freeze…

Why the WS-5000's "Tedious" Setup Is Its Best Feature: A Mentor's Guide

Published on Jan. 17, 2025, 5 p.m.

You just spent $450 on a new **Ambient Weather WS-5000**. You're a serious weather enthusiast, you've read the reviews, and you…

The Solid-State Weather Station Guide: Understanding the Ecowitt Wittboy Pro's "Haptic Rain" Dilemma

Published on Jan. 17, 2025, 3:05 p.m.

If you're a weather enthusiast, a serious gardener, or just a data geek, you've probably felt the frustration. Your 10-year-old…

How Solid-State Sensors Work: The Science Behind Weather Stations with No Moving Parts

Published on Oct. 27, 2025, 8:10 a.m.

For decades, the image of a weather station was one of constant motion: spinning cups chasing the wind, a tiny bucket see-sawin…