OT: Weather stations

[James Knott]

Fraser Campbell wrote:
> Just read the weather script thread. It got me curious ...
> 
> Let's say I wanted to continually measure/record temperature, wind speed, 
> humidity, barometric pressure and precipitation.  Is there such a thing as a 
> personal weather station which can be mounted on the roof and interfaced with 
> my PC?
> 
> Any recommendations on what would be the best bang for the buck, something 
> that will last without costing me an arm and a leg?

There are such kits available and Heathkit had them years ago.  Your 
best bet, would be to try a science store, such as the one on Dufferin 
St, across from Yorkdale.  You can also google on weather station kit etc.
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