Weatherbit
APIComprehensive weather data API with real-time, forecasts, and historical insights
Overview
Weatherbit API provides RESTful access to global weather data including real-time conditions, 7/16-day forecasts, historical records, air quality indices, and severe weather alerts. Responses are in JSON format, easy to parse for integration. Key endpoints cover real-time weather (/current), daily forecasts (/forecast/daily), historical data (/history/daily), and air quality (/airquality). Ideal use cases: weather apps, travel platforms, agricultural planning, event management, and smart home systems. Paid tiers unlock higher rate limits and advanced features like hourly historical weather.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://www.weatherbit.io/api')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful API
- JSON response format
- Global location support
- Real-time & forecast data
- Historical weather access
- Air quality metrics
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Weatherbit free to use?
Yes, Weatherbit offers a free tier with up to 500 requests/day, including real-time weather,7-day forecasts, and basic air quality data. Paid plans unlock higher limits and advanced features like 16-day forecasts or hourly historical data.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, all requests to Weatherbit API need an API key, which can be obtained by signing up for a free or paid account on their official website.
? What is the response format?
Weatherbit API returns data exclusively in JSON format, which is widely supported and easy to integrate into most applications.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Comprehensive data coverage
- ⊕ Free tier available
- ⊕ Easy integration
- ⊕ Global reach
- ⊕ Includes air quality data
Cons
- ⊖ Rate-limited (free tier:500 calls/day)
- ⊖ Requires API key for all requests
- ⊖ Advanced features behind paid tiers
- ⊖ No SLA for free users