12 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Weather Geeks and Budding Meteorologists
There are only 9 days left until the big man starts delivering the Christmas goodies. So, if you have a weather enthusiast or potential meteorologist who deserves their Christmas gift, but Santa hasn’t got them sorted yet – there’s hope!
Here’s Instrument Choice Scientists’ last-minute gift guide of weather-related gadgets.
Weather Stations
What could be more weather-related than a weather station? These beauties are packed with environmental sensors that collect weather information and wirelessly relay results to indoor consoles. Weather stations make perfect gifts for anyone interested in monitoring and forecasting weather in their neighbourhood.
#1 Temperature/Humidity Weather Station with 7 Inch Colour
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Learn more about the IC-XC0416 here |
#3 Vantage Vue Wireless Weather Station
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1. Indoor temperature |
7. Heat Index |
View the Vantage Vue’s full list of features and functions |
Anemometers
Anemometers are feature-packed devices affectionately likened to pocket-sized portable weather stations. They make a perfect gift for people who love the great outdoors - hikers, surfers, anglers, sailors, grey nomads and campers (to name a few).
#4 Meteos Anemo-Thermometer With 54 Mm Propeller
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Discover what makes the IC-AME-04 a great gift |
#5 Waterproof Pocket Wind Meter
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Click here to go to the Kestrel-3000’s product page |
#6 Kestrel 3550AG Spraying Weather Meter
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Explore the powerful IC-Kestrel-3550AG’s product page here |
Ambient Temperature Meters
Ambient Temperature Meters are perfect accessories you can position in a home, greenhouse or under a pergola. Many models include humidity sensors. Essentially these devices measure indoor comfort levels.
#7 Thermometer & Hygrometer with Jumbo Display
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See what makes the IC7312 a great gift |
#8 Min-Max Thermometer with Magnet
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Get the battery-free IC736680 temperature monitor here |
#9 Large Display Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer
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Take a closer look at the dual-temperature IC800015 |
Indoor Air Quality Meters
These meters measure the health of the air within someone’s home. They make a welcome gift for anyone interested in monitoring their environment – even if they already own a weather station that tracks conditions outdoors.
#10 uHoo Indoor Air Quality Sensor
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Discover everything about the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Sensor here |
#11 AirLink Air Quality Sensor
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The IC-7210 can monitor indoor or outdoor air quality. Check it out here. |
#12 Laser Egg
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Click here to go to the Laser Egg product page |
The Final Word
If you’re caught in the last-minute rush and trying to find a weather-related gift for someone you love, we trust the list above has made your task a little easier!
If you don’t quite see the perfect gift-giving solution listed above, contact an Instrument Choice Scientist – we’re weather geeks and would love to help you find the ideal gift this Christmas time. Call 1300 737 871 or email [email protected].
IMPORTANT CHRISTMAS SHIPPING INFORMATION
Most stocked items will get to you before Christmas if ordered before 2 pm (AEST) on Friday the 17th of December. |
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