The Setup of a School Weather Station for Meteorological Exploration

How to Set Up a School Weather Station?

Setting up an online digital weather station on campus can open a window for teachers and students to explore meteorology. So, how is it set up?

In the preliminary planning stage, it is necessary to clarify the meteorological elements to be measured, such as temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed, wind direction, rainfall, etc., according to the teaching and research needs of the campus. Determine the data accuracy and collection frequency. Also, select a suitable location for the weather station. It should be in an open, flat area without obstructions to ensure accurate data. Moreover, consider the convenience of power supply and network access, and try to be close to the power distribution room and network interface.

The second step is hardware selection and installation. Select meteorological sensors according to the observation requirements, such as temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed and direction, and rainfall sensors, etc., to ensure good accuracy, reliability, and compatibility. The data logger, as the core device, should be selected with multiple interfaces, large storage capacity, and stable performance. The power supply system can use mains power or solar energy. The latter consists of solar panels, batteries, and a controller. Also, it is necessary to be equipped with brackets, protective boxes, and lightning protection equipment. During installation, firmly and horizontally install the sensors according to the instructions, and install the data logger and other equipment in the protective box and correctly wire and debug.

The configuration of the software system is also very important. Select an operating system suitable for the data logger, such as embedded Linux. Install the data collection software and set parameters such as the collection frequency and storage format. Configure the communication parameters between the sensors and the data logger. Software such as Excel and Origin can also be selected to process and analyze the data.

Data transmission and display are related to the practicality of the weather station. Connect the data logger to the campus network or a remote server through a wired network (Ethernet) or a wireless network (GPRS/4G/5G, Wi - Fi) to achieve real - time transmission. Build a data display platform, such as a Web server or a local database, and use web pages or special software to display the data in the form of charts, curves, maps, etc., for teachers and students to view and analyze. At the same time, set up a data alarm function.

Finally, system testing and maintenance are essential. After the setup is completed, conduct a comprehensive test to check whether data collection, transmission, and display are normal and solve problems in a timely manner. Develop a daily maintenance plan, regularly check the equipment, clean the sensors, replace damaged parts, and regularly back up the data. Through these steps, the campus online digital weather station can operate stably and provide strong data support for campus meteorological teaching and research.