Campus Automatic Weather Station Selection and Application Guide

How to Choose the Right Campus Weather Station for Maximum Value in Climate Monitoring, Teaching, Research, and Safety Management 

1. What Is a Campus Automatic Weather Station?

A campus automatic weather station is a professional meteorological monitoring system designed for schools and educational research institutions. It continuously collects real-time weather data to support teaching, research, campus safety, and environmental management.

Main monitored parameters: temperature, humidity, wind speed, wind direction, rainfall, solar radiation, air pressure, negative oxygen ions, and air particles (PM2.5/PM10).

Compared with ordinary weather stations, campus stations focus more on educational, research, and management applications — supporting meteorological courses, providing real-world data for scientific experiments, and enhancing campus safety monitoring. 

2. Core Sensors and Functions

2.1. Temperature & Humidity Sensor

Function: Measures ambient temperature and relative humidity for experiments, outdoor activities, and environmental control.

Principle: Digital or capacitive sensors output temperature and humidity signals via the data acquisition module. 

2.2. Wind Speed & Direction Sensor

Function: Monitors wind conditions to ensure outdoor safety. 

Principle: Mechanical cup or ultrasonic sensors calculate air flow velocity and direction.

2.3. Rainfall Sensor

Function: Records rainfall data for drainage management and student research. 

Principle: Tipping bucket or weighing rain gauges accumulate precipitation and output electronic signals. 

2.4. Solar Radiation Sensor

Function: Measures sunlight intensity for research and photovoltaic education.

Principle: Photoelectric sensors convert light intensity into electrical signals. 

2.5. Air Pressure Sensor 

Function: Monitors atmospheric pressure for weather trend analysis.

Principle: MEMS or piezoelectric sensors output real-time pressure data. 

2.6. Negative Oxygen Ion Sensor (Optional) 

Function: Measures air ion concentration to support environmental health and science education. 

Principle: High-sensitivity ion detectors provide real-time readings. 

2.7. Extension Modules

 PM2.5/PM10 air quality monitoring

Soil moisture and temperature sensing

Integration with cloud platforms and lab data systems for remote analysis

3. Price Factors and Selection Criteria

3.1. Monitoring Parameters

Core elements: temperature, humidity, rainfall, wind, solar radiation 

Extended options: pressure, negative oxygen ions, PM2.5 

3.2. Sensor Accuracy

Research-grade: high precision, suitable for scientific experiments 

Educational-grade: meets basic teaching needs, more affordable

3.3. Data Communication Options

Wi-Fi, 4G, or LoRa connectivity 

Cloud platform and mobile visualization options available 

3.4. Brand and After-Sales Support

Reputable manufacturers offer higher stability and better technical assistance

Price Reference:

Basic Educational Model: RMB 15,000–30,000 per set 

Mid-Range Research Model: RMB 30,000–60,000 per set 

Advanced All-in-One Model: RMB 60,000–120,000 per set

4. How to Choose the Right Campus Weather Station

Clarify Application Goals: Teaching, research, or safety monitoring 

Select Appropriate Sensor Types:

Educational use → economical sensors

Research use → precision-grade sensors 

Choose Data Platform: Cloud, web, and mobile access with real-time visualization

Environmental Adaptability: Weatherproof, UV-resistant, dustproof design

After-Sales Reliability: Choose experienced, service-oriented suppliers

Scalability: Modular systems for future upgrades like PM2.5 or soil monitoring

5. Deployment Recommendations

Main Station: Install in an open area free of obstructions

Substations: Deploy at playgrounds, rooftops, and labs for comparison

Adjust the number of stations based on campus size and course needs 

6. Data Visualization & Management Platform

Real-time monitoring of temperature, humidity, wind, rainfall, radiation, etc.

Historical trend analysis and automatic report generation

Accessible via PC, tablet, and mobile

Integration with laboratory systems for teaching and research data management 

7. Case Studies

Case 1: Nanjing University

Installed temperature, humidity, wind, rainfall, and light sensors

Used data for meteorological education and lab experiments

Result: Enhanced student engagement and experimental interactivity by 25% 

Case 2: Primary School in Gansu, China

Equipment:

Campus weather station (temperature, humidity, wind, rainfall, solar radiation)

Soil moisture and temperature sensors 

Applications:

Teaching Experiments: Students use real-time meteorological and soil data to learn weather principles and plant–soil relationships. 

Campus Greening Management: Soil data helps optimize irrigation, improving efficiency.

 Environmental Education: Encourages environmental awareness and scientific inquiry. 

Safety Management: Rainfall and wind data help teachers plan safe outdoor activities. 

Results:

Student participation in weather and soil experiments increased significantly. 

Smart irrigation saved ~15% water while improving plant growth.

Environmental data was integrated into science curricula, promoting data-driven learning. 

Teacher and parent satisfaction with campus safety and education rose notably. 

8. Long-Term Maintenance & Upgrades

Modular design enables easy expansion

Remote calibration and technical support provided

Cloud platform supports upgrades for data analytics and alerts 

9. ROI and Application Value

10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is the price fixed?

A: It depends on monitored parameters, sensor accuracy, communication mode, and brand.

Q2: Are research-grade sensors necessary?

A: Only for high-precision or scientific research applications.

Q3: Is installation complicated?

A: No — modular design enables setup within 30 minutes.

Q4: How is data accessed?

A: Via cloud, mobile, or PC; all data can be exported for analysis.

Q5: Is air quality monitoring essential?

A: Yes, especially valuable for sports and science activities.

Q6: How to choose a reliable supplier?

A: Prefer brands with proven experience, strong after-sales support, and verifiable case studies.

11. Niubol Campus Weather Station Advantages

Comprehensive Monitoring: temperature, humidity, wind, rainfall, radiation, pressure, negative oxygen ions 

Modular Design: scalable and customizable

High Protection: waterproof, dustproof, UV-resistant

Cloud Platform: real-time monitoring, historical trends, remote alerts

Reliable Brand: proven in multiple schools nationwide with full calibration and technical support 

Contact Niubol for Customized Campus Weather Station Solutions:

Request a tailored plan

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Book a remote demonstration

Email: sales@niubol.com