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Ambient Weather WM-2 Handheld Weather Meter

Wind Speed and Temperature in the Palm of your Hand

Compact, portable, and rugged, the WM-2 is ideal for model plane pilots, shooters, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. A lanyard, and user replaceable battery are also included.

The versatile LCD display allows you to switch between wind speed units of measure (mph, Km/h, m/s, ft/min or Knots), temperature units of measure (degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius), temperature and wind chill, average, instant and maximum wind speed. Includes backlight for low light and night time viewing.

Abundant Applications

Applications include backpacking and hiking, biathlon, camping, climbing and mountaineering, athletic trainers, golfing and caddying, hang gliding, kite boarding, kite surfing, model airplanes, paddle sports, sailing and yachting, scuba diving, ski patrol, sky diving, snow making, snow sports, wind surfing, forestry and firefighting, amateur weather watching, meteorology, NOAA weather data collection, storm chasing, skywarn spotters, TV weather reporting, wind power generation, construction, HVAC, shooting sports, motor sports, scientific and educational research.

Special Notes and Caveats:

The LCD display will not operate below approximately 14 °F. Use the warmth of your body or environment for use in cold weather conditions.

The temperature sensor is inside the monitor, takes several minutes to stabilize, and is influenced by body heat and direct sunlight.

Features and Specifications

Temperature Range: -28 to 138.2 °F (-29.9°C to +59°C)
Temperature Accuracy: +/- 2 °F (1 °C)
Temperature Resolution: 0.2 °F (0.1 °C)
Wind Speed: 0.4 mph to 67 mph
Wind Speed Accuracy: +/- 3%
Wind Speed Resolution: 0.1 mph
Wind Speed Update Interval: 1 second
Wind Speed Average Interval: 2 to 10 seconds (adjustable)
Temperature Interval: 10 seconds
Power Source: 1 x 3V lithium cell (CR2032)
Battery Life: About 1 year
Dimensions (L x W x H): 2 inch x 0.7 inch x 5.5 inch (50 x 18 x 140 mm)

Options and Accessories

An optional tripod mount is available (not included) for hands free viewing.

Additional accessories include Nite Ize Rugged Clip Carry Case (not included) and replacement CR2032 battery (not included).


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Product information

Brand

Ambient Weather

Power Source

Battery Powered

Number of Batteries

1 Lithium Metal batteries required.

Style

Compact

Color

Blue

Included Components

Battery

Are Batteries Included

No

Item Weight

2 Ounces

Display Type

LED

Product Dimensions

0.7 x 5.5 x 2 inches

Item Weight

2 ounces

Manufacturer

Ambient Weather

ASIN

B005DF9VUC

Item model number

WM-2

Batteries

1 Lithium Metal batteries required.

Customer Reviews

4.3 477 ratings

4.3 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#496,807 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
#136 in Wind Speed Gauges

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

No

Warranty Description

One year parts and labor.

Batteries required

No

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Product Description

Compact, portable, and rugged, the WM-2 is ideal for model plane pilots, shooters, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts. A lanyard, and user replaceable battery are also included. The versatile LCD display allows you to switch between wind speed units of measure (mph, Km/h, m/s, ft/min or Knots), temperature units of measure (degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius), temperature and wind chill, average, instant and maximum wind speed. Includes backlight for low light and night time viewing.Applications include backpacking and hiking, biathlon, camping, climbing and mountaineering, athletic trainers, golfing and caddying, hang gliding, kite boarding, kite surfing, model airplanes, paddle sports, sailing and yachting, scuba diving, ski patrol, sky diving, snow making, snow sports, wind surfing, forestry and firefighting, amateur weather watching, meteorology, NOAA weather data collection, storm chasing, skywarn spotters, TV weather reporting, wind power generation, construction, HVAC, shooting sports, motor sports, scientific and educational research.

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5

477 global ratings

How customer reviews and ratings work

Customers say

Customers like the size, accuracy, and value of the weather station. For example, they mention it's very compact, perfect for determining wind speed, and decent for the money. They appreciate performance, accuracy and ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on temperature and quality.

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142 customers mention132 positive10 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the weather station. They mention that it works well, is accurate, and has not given them any issues. They also say that it is a great little gadget and works well for measuring wind speed, intensity, and direction. Customers also appreciate the versatility of the product and find it very handy.

"...It definitely does a good job and is easy to use and read. I love trying to "guess" the wind speed and then see if I am accurate...." Read more

"...He's been using it for two years now and it still works great...." Read more

"...I like the night light too, works well...." Read more

"This feels like a well-constructed device. It functions well and seems to be accurate. Received it super fast...." Read more

66 customers mention57 positive9 negative

Customers find the weather station easy to use and read. They say the controls are easy to figure out and the backlight screen is an added bonus. They also say all functions are easy access and use. Customers say the meter is pretty self explanatory and seems fairly accurate.

"...The controls were easy enough to figure out and the backlight screen is an added bonus...." Read more

"...It definitely does a good job and is easy to use and read. I love trying to "guess" the wind speed and then see if I am accurate...." Read more

"...Controls are easy - yiou have to read the manual to know what exact mode you're in by the small symbols (could be bigger)...." Read more

"This meter is pretty self explanatory and seems fairly accurate (though I haven't tested it with another, higher end wind meter)...." Read more

60 customers mention56 positive4 negative

Customers find the value of the weather station to be decent for the money. They say it's easy to replace the battery and provides reasonable values. Some mention that the product is a nice gift for anyone and fascinating for children.

"...So far I have not had any problems with mine and think it is worth the money." Read more

"Wasn't sure how great this would be at such a low price point, as other wind meters are much more...." Read more

"...Very easy to use. All functions are easy to access and use. Great buy for the price...." Read more

"...durable enough to handle a construction site environment and yet cheap enough to consider as "disposable" if it does get beat up, dropped or lost." Read more

51 customers mention44 positive7 negative

Customers like the wind speed of the weather station. They say it's perfect for determining wind speed on the farm, it displays wind speed in feet/minute, and it'll take wind into account. Some customers also mention that it'd be great for checking winds before flying a drone.

"...I also noticed it will tell wind speed no matter which way you hold it. Some meters only work in one direction...." Read more

"Awesome little wind-meter! I bought this for my dad to have on his sail boat. He loves playing around with it for some reason!..." Read more

"...The wind has been rather calm. I plan to use this to monitor the weather with my youth group. I hope to have more to offer then...." Read more

"I love my compact and handy anemometer...." Read more

49 customers mention37 positive12 negative

Customers like the accuracy of the weather station. They mention that the anemometer is accurate, providing excellent and precise readings hourly. They also appreciate the air measurement feature, saying that it's spot on.

"...It functions well and seems to be accurate. Received it super fast. It's small, light, and fits easily in my pocket during PPG flights...." Read more

"...It's much more accurate then watching foliage move in the wind or any other organic or feels like method...." Read more

"...I believe that the air measurement feature is accurate and if you are ordering this product solely for that, it will certainly do the job...." Read more

"...long time to get to whatever the current temperature is and it seems to be a bit off." Read more

44 customers mention44 positive0 negative

Customers find the weather station very compact, easy to use, and portable. They say it fits well in their hand and is accurate. Some mention the tool is versatile and can be used for many purposes.

"...Out of the box I was liking it already. The small size makes it very easy to slip in a pocket for transport...." Read more

"...Received it super fast. It's small, light, and fits easily in my pocket during PPG flights...." Read more

"...My hat is off to Ambient Weather for making such a versatile and small tool that can be used for many different purposes." Read more

"...The device is ultra light! 3) The Anemomoeter is so small that I can fit it in my car's sunglasses compartments, meaning I can take it with me..." Read more

48 customers mention25 positive23 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the weather station. Some mention it's a solid product, better than expected, and reliable. Others say that it'd be better off buying a different product.

"This feels like a well-constructed device. It functions well and seems to be accurate. Received it super fast...." Read more

"...It could be built a little more rugged, considering it is for outdoor use. I haven't broken mine yet, but I handle and cary it carefully." Read more

"...The unit has survived a number of drops and has operated in light rainfall...." Read more

"...Then trying to turn it off is the same, spotty. It just keeps revolving from wind to temp and back. And then sometimes it actually turns off...." Read more

28 customers mention16 positive12 negative

Customers are mixed about the temperature of the weather station. Some mention that they like the temperature and wind chill features, saying that it gives accurate temperature and takes wind into account. However, others say that the changing from wind to temp is spotty and that it's useless below 47F.

"...It also gives readings in several formats. It records max temp and wind speed for you which is another feature that I like...." Read more

"...However, the temperature was so completely slow it was useless for that purpose to me...." Read more

"...Like the wind chill feature and look forward to using that next winter." Read more

"...Then changing from wind to temp is also spotty. Then trying to turn it off is the same, spotty...." Read more

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Eric

Very Nice

Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2012

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I was looking for a cheap small weather meter. This weather meter cost more than some of the ones I found online, but I thought I would give it a try. Out of the box I was liking it already. The small size makes it very easy to slip in a pocket for transport. The controls were easy enough to figure out and the backlight screen is an added bonus. I also noticed it will tell wind speed no matter which way you hold it. Some meters only work in one direction. It also gives readings in several formats. It records max temp and wind speed for you which is another feature that I like. So far I have not had any problems with mine and think it is worth the money.

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Cindy

Good product without spending a lot of $

Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2013

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This is perfect for me. I have a north facing deck with an awning on it and this allows me to be sure it isn't too windy for the awning to be out. It is not for someone who wants a VERY STURDY windspeed monitor. It definitely does a good job and is easy to use and read. I love trying to "guess" the wind speed and then see if I am accurate. I would recommend this.

Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2016

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Awesome little wind-meter! I bought this for my dad to have on his sail boat. He loves playing around with it for some reason! Honestly, sometimes he will call me on the weekends, and the first thing he'll say is "guess what the wind speed is right now". He's been using it for two years now and it still works great. A very small thing that is useful with this meter, which I would have never considered important, is that it has a wrist strap on it. Not only is it nice because you don't risk the meter falling into the water, but it is also great for hanging on a hook. If it didn't hang, he would have to securely store it away down inside the boat while he was sailing because if it's not secured, when the boat keels, stuff would just fly across the boat (we've had numerous things broken because of this). Since he can hang the meter on a hook, it's always available to grab without having to go digging with all of the other secured items.

2 people found this helpful

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Gpwil3847

Ambient Weather WM-2 Handheld Weather Meter with W/ windspeed, temperature, wind chill

Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2013

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For the price I am quite satisfied with this product, living on the bay on occasion we receive winds that are quite strong, and I also sail an want a good gestimate of the wind speed. This hand held device has clocked winds gusting to over 16mph, and gave a temperature of 55.2 degrees before I got too cold and walked back to the house. These winds were inline with what was reported on the weather channel for our area. You have to ensure of course that you have the device pointed in the right direction and give it a minute of so if you want the average or the highest gust as the wind varies. It takes time for any thermometer to take a temperature which is reasonable - a few minutes with the fingers on the edges of the meter so the warmth of your hand does not interfere. I like the night light too, works well. Wind Chill only operates below 50 degrees and I do not expect to be standing out in hurricane force winds because of the danger. Of course you can pay a couple hundred for something to mount on your roof or your mast that may be more accurate but for a hand held budget instrument I am satisfied, no problems with it.

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Keven

Good little wind meter

Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2012

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This feels like a well-constructed device. It functions well and seems to be accurate. Received it super fast. It's small, light, and fits easily in my pocket during PPG flights. I usually forget it's even there and walk around with it the rest of the day. Only problem I've noticed is, when it arrived and I pulled it out of the box, the little magnet that comes on it had come off and was stuck to the outside of the little fan support vanes. I put it back in the center where it looked like it should go, but it promptly fell out and disappeared forever. I don't know what sort of effect that might have on the readings as it's supposed to correct for Earth's H field, but if it weren't for that, I would have rated it higher. The screen is a little difficult to read from an angle (have to be looking very dead-on), but that's not much of an issue. Even with the magnet issue, I'd still recommend it for the price.

UPDATE (Apr2013): This little guy went for an unintentional and fairly lengthy swim in a lake Memorial Day last year. After drying disassembled for a couple days, I was happy to see it still works perfectly.

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Jason

Give you basic info as expected

Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2019

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Wasn't sure how great this would be at such a low price point, as other wind meters are much more. I have to say though that I have been very happy with it. The biggest thing I don't like is it seems to take the thermometer a long time to get to whatever the current temperature is and it seems to be a bit off.

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H S.

Which ever way the wind blows

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2015

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Works great for measuring the intensity and direction of wind. It's much more accurate then watching foliage move in the wind or any other organic or feels like method. I use it for target shooting and you can check the wind actual velocity perpendicular to the path of the arrow, which is really the most critical force. It could be built a little more rugged, considering it is for outdoor use. I haven't broken mine yet, but I handle and cary it carefully.

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S. White

Good gift for anyone who loves the outdoors

Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2017

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Purchased to confirm wind strength while sailing and at anchor but I am sure I will use it other ways too. It will help confirm and recalibrate what my guesstimates of wind from the waves. Controls are easy - yiou have to read the manual to know what exact mode you're in by the small symbols (could be bigger). The reading is big and easy to read an the backlight is good. I like the soft slightly grippy feel of the case. Comes with no case so will find an old case from reading glasses to keep it safe in the drawer/pocket. Nothing tells you where to connect the lanyard so you have to look closely to see the attach point on bottom corner (perhaps if attached in the grooves next to the fan - which would be tempting - it might intefere with the accuracy/function).

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