weather
Get current weather, rain, temperature, and forecasts for locations or travel planning.
Security Assessment
About weather
The Weather skill provides real-time weather information and forecasts for any specified location, making it easier for users to plan their daily activities and travel. By leveraging the wttr.in service, this skill allows users to quickly access current weather conditions, temperature, precipitation, wind, and humidity without the need for API keys. It addresses the common problem of needing accurate, up-to-date weather information from a simple command-line interface, eliminating the need to search through websites or apps.
FAQ
How do I check the current weather for a specific city?
You can use the curl command with the city's name, for example: `curl "wttr.in/London?format=3"` for a one-line summary, or `curl "wttr.in/London?0"` for detailed current conditions.
Does this skill support JSON output?
Yes, you can request JSON format using `curl "wttr.in/London?format=j1"`, which provides structured data suitable for further processing or integration.
Are there any installation requirements?
Yes, the skill requires `curl` to be installed on your system. On macOS, it can be installed via Homebrew using the provided formula.
Can I get weather forecasts for multiple days?
Yes, the skill supports 3-day forecasts, week forecasts, and specific day forecasts using parameters like `curl "wttr.in/London"` for a 3-day view or `curl "wttr.in/London?format=v2"` for a week forecast.
Are there any limitations to using this skill?
Yes, it does not provide historical weather data, climate trends, hyper-local microclimate information, severe weather alerts, or aviation/marine-specific forecasts. Additionally, it is rate limited, so frequent automated requests should be avoided.
Install weather
Quick Setup:
- Copy the skill folder to
.claude/skills/ - Claude will automatically detect and use the skill
Repository
steipete/clawdis