weather

Retrieve current weather and short-term forecasts via wttr.in and Open-Meteo.

Updated Sep 1, 2021
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/unclehowell/unclehowell --skill weather-unclehowell
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: weather
Source: https://github.com/unclehowell/unclehowell/tree/main/skills/weather
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/unclehowell/unclehowell --skill weather-unclehowell

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It eliminates the need for API keys and complex integrations by providing reliable current weather conditions and short‑term forecasts through simple, verified location matching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Verified Location Matching: Confirms city, region, and country data before returning weather information, handling non‑Latin inputs such as Chinese characters.
  • Dual Data Sources: Uses wttr.in for quick textual summaries and Open‑Meteo for structured forecast data, with automatic fallback when necessary.
  • Use Case: When a user asks for the weather in a specific city, the skill ensures the correct location is identified and delivers a clear, timezone‑aware report.

Quick Start

Ask the weather skill to give me the current temperature and forecast for Tokyo.

Frequently Asked Questions about weather

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get current weather and forecasts without an API key?

You can retrieve current weather and forecasts without an API key by using curl calls to wttr.in and Open-Meteo services. This approach provides reliable location matching and unit conversion without requiring complex integrations or authentication.

Can I fetch weather data using a non-Latin city name like Chinese characters?

Yes, fetching weather data with non-Latin inputs like Chinese characters is fully supported. The skill verifies city, region, and country data before returning weather information, ensuring accurate location matching for international queries.

What is the best way to get a quick textual weather summary from the command line?

The best way to get a quick textual weather summary is using wttr.in via curl. The skill uses wttr.in for fast textual summaries and Open-Meteo for structured forecast data, with automatic fallback between services if necessary.

Does wttr.in provide timezone-aware weather reporting?

Yes, wttr.in provides timezone-aware reporting when fetching weather conditions. The skill ensures the correct location is identified and delivers a clear report adjusted to the appropriate timezone for the requested city.

Why does my weather forecast show the wrong location?

Incorrect weather forecasts often occur due to unverified location matching. The skill solves this by confirming city, region, and country data before returning weather information, preventing ambiguous city names from returning the wrong location.

How do I retrieve structured forecast data instead of a text summary?

To retrieve structured forecast data, the skill uses Open-Meteo via curl. While wttr.in provides quick textual summaries, Open-Meteo delivers structured forecast data with automatic fallback to ensure you get accurate weather information.