Ventus W830 Weather Station wifi and internet connected

The Ventus W830 WIFI weather station is one of the most complete ones available with an affordable, private use price, and has the same functions as a professional station as eg. a Davis weather station.

We have a Davis Vantage Pro2 wireless for many years now, so the precision of both have been thouroughly tested and verified similarity between both stations, and the calibration of the Ventus W830 is very good, especially if we keep in mind that its roughly 85% cheaper , and has the included live internet connectivity, and the Davis doesnt have .

The Ventus W830 WIFI Weather Station is a versatile home weather monitoring system designed to provide accurate real-time and historical environmental data. Here's a structured overview of its typical features and functionalities:

Key Features

• Wireless Sensors: Includes outdoor sensors (anemometer, rain gauge, thermo-hygrometer) that transmit data wirelessly to the indoor display unit, with a range of up to 150 meters (line-of-sight).

• Multi-Parameter Monitoring:

  • Wind Speed/Direction: Anemometer measures wind speed (e.g., 0–180 km/h) and direction.

  • Rainfall: Tipping-bucket rain gauge tracks precipitation (e.g., 0–9999 mm, 0.1 mm resolution).

  • Temperature/Humidity: Monitors indoor and outdoor conditions (e.g., -40°C to 60°C, 0–100% humidity).

  • Barometric Pressure: Tracks pressure trends for weather forecasting.

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi/App Integration:Supports Wi-Fi for data upload to cloud platforms as Weather Underground and Weathercoud for remote monitoring via laptops and smartphones remotely.

Display Unit

• Color Screen: High-resolution LCD with intuitive interface showing real-time data, graphs, trends, and forecasts.

• Historical Data: Stores past measurements (e.g., days/weeks) for analysis.

• Custom Alerts: Programmable notifications for extreme weather (e.g., high winds, heavy rain).

Power Options

• Solar-Powered Sensors: Outdoor sensor includes solar panel with (not included) rechargeable AA battery backup for continuous operation.

• Rechargeable/Mains Power: Console unit uses AC power with (not included) AA non rechargable batteries as backup should there be a powercut. (Not needed if connected to internet).

Installation & Durability

• Weather-Resistant Build: Sensors are IP-rated for outdoor use

• Easy Mounting: Includes mounting hardware for rooftop/pole installation.

Additional Functions

• Forecasting: Uses barometric data to predict short-term weather changes.

• Time/Date: Atomic clock synchronization for accuracy.

It is very complete with respect to meteorological variables and as previouslyy mentioned, offers the possibility of displaying data online in different weather platforms. You can see them online and share them with the whole world for free.

A weather station recommended for all those people who are starting in meteorology as a hobby and also love technology.

A high- obstacle free place is recommended to install the outside sensor unit, thus to be able to collect the data in the best and most accurate possible way.

Features:

• Interior and exterior temperature.Indoor and outdoor humidity.
• Barometer. Absolute atmospheric pressure.
• Pluviometer.
• Anemometer. (direction and wind speed)
• Indicator of trends of the variables: humidity, temperature and pressure.

• Alert on weather variables that can be established:
• Indoor / outdoor high temperature.Indoor / outdoor low temperature.
• Indoor / outdoor high humidity.
• Indoor / outdoor low humidity.
• Wind speed
• Maximum speed of wind gusts.
• Precipitation ratio.
• Precipitation rate of the day.
• Forecast through the symbols of time:
• Sunny
• Partly cloudy
• Cloudy
• RainyStormy
• Snow
  
• Information on the screen of the maximum / minimum temperature / humidity / precipitation ratio (ratio, daily, weekly, monthly), wind speed and maximum streak, wind chill, heat index, dew point, UV, light and absolute atmospheric pressure .
• Scope between console and external sensors: 1500 meters in the open field.
• Calibration of meteorological variables: indoor / outdoor temperature, indoor / outdoor humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind direction, wind speed, precipitation.
  

1. Sensor Specifications

Anemometer (Wind Sensor)

• Wind Speed:

  • Range: 0–180 km/h (0–112 mph)

  • Resolution: 0.1 km/h (0.1 mph)

  • Accuracy: ±5% or ±1 km/h (±0.6 mph)

• Wind Direction:

  • Range: 0–359°

  • Resolution: 1°

  • Accuracy: ±5°

Rain Gauge

• Rainfall Measurement:

  • Range: 0–9999 mm (0–393.6 inches)

  • Resolution: 0.2 mm (0.01 in) per tip

  • Accuracy: ±5% (tipping-bucket design)

Thermo-Hygrometer (Temperature/Humidity)

• Temperature:

  • Range: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)

  • Resolution: 0.1°C (0.1°F)

  • Accuracy: ±1°C (±1.8°F)

• Humidity:

  • Range: 1–99% RH

  • Resolution: 1% RH

  • Accuracy: ±3% (20–80% RH), ±5% (outside this range)

Barometric Pressure

• Range: 300–1100 hPa

• Resolution: 0.1 hPa

• Accuracy: ±1 hPa

2. Wireless Connectivity

• Transmission:

  • Frequency: 433 MHz or 868 MHz (region-dependent)

  • Range: Up to 100 meters (330 ft) line-of-sight (reduced by walls/obstacles).

  • Update Interval: 60 seconds for outdoor sensors.

• Wi-Fi/Cloud Integration:

  • Uploads data to Weather Underground, Weather Cloud, or proprietary apps.

  • App Compatibility: Dedicated app (e.g., Ventus Weather) for iOS/Android.

  • Smart Home: Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Home for voice queries (e.g., "What's the outdoor temperature?").

3. Display Console

• Screen:

  • 7-inch Full-Color LCD Touchscreen (800x480 pixels).

  • Backlit for nighttime viewing.

• Data Display:

  • Real-time graphs for wind speed/direction, rainfall, pressure trends, and temperature/humidity.

  • Forecast Icons: 12–24 hr weather predictions (sun, clouds, rain, storms).

• Historical Data:

  • Stores 7 days of detailed data; basic trends for 30 days.

• Alerts:

  • Custom thresholds for high wind, heavy rain, frost, or heat warnings.

4. Power & Durability

• Outdoor Sensors:

  • Solar-powered with 2x AA backup batteries (6–12 month lifespan).

  • IP67 Rating: Dustproof and waterproof (submersion up to 30 minutes).

• Indoor Console:

  • AC Adapter (5V/1A) or 3x AAA batteries (backup during outages).

5. Installation

• Anemometer Mounting:

  • Requires 2-inch diameter pole (included) for rooftop or mast installation.

  • Compass-assisted wind direction calibration.

• Rain Gauge:

  • Mounted 1–2 meters above ground for accuracy.

• Thermo-Hygrometer:

  • Shielded sensor for reduced solar radiation error.

6. Software & Updates

• Firmware Updates: Via USB/Wi-Fi for new features or bug fixes.

• Data Export: CSV files via app for spreadsheet analysis.

7. Accessories (Optional)

• Solar Radiation Shield: For improved temperature accuracy.

• Additional Sensors: Soil moisture, UV, or air quality modules (if supported).

Key Limitations

• Wireless Range: Reduced by walls or metal structures.

• Battery Life: Cold climates may drain batteries faster.

• Rain Gauge Maintenance: Requires periodic cleaning to prevent debris clogs.

This model is ideal for hobbyists and homeowners seeking professional-grade data with smart-home integration without making a big investment