Weather Station

📊 Turning Data into Daily Decisions

We aren't just collecting numbers; we’re looking for answers. By tracking our own local climate, we can test our assumptions and improve our daily lives. This data will help us answer:

The School Run: 

• • Is the weather truly too bad to walk, or is it just a passing shower? We want to see if we can trade the car keys for walking shoes more often.

Energy Efficiency: 

• • When exactly should we be flipping the heating on or off to save money?

Renewable Energy: 

• Does Johnstown receive enough consistent sunshine to make solar panels a smart investment for your home?

• Is the breeze strong enough to turn a wind turbine?

Gardening: 

• • When is the actual first and last frost so we can protect our plants?

  • Is my garden soggy because of record rainfall, or do I have a drainage issue?

  • When is the best time to hook up water butts to prep for a summer drought?

Local Comfort: 

• We all know the wind feels biting, but we’ll measure exactly how much that "wind chill" affects our local environment.

Environmental Impact: 

• Can we track and reduce storm-water runoff during heavy rains?

🌍 A Resource for Everyone

Whether you are a student learning about data in the classroom, a parent planning the morning commute, or a resident looking to lead a more sustainable life, this weather station is for you.

€  Funding

Our proposal was submitted as part of our application for the MCC Climate Action Funding 2025 and should know if we are successful in March 2026.