Hourly Charts
Interactive charts showing detailed hourly weather forecasts.
Overview
The hourly charts provide a visual representation of weather conditions for the next 48 hours, making it easy to understand weather patterns at a glance.
Chart Types
Temperature Chart
Line graph showing:
- Current temperature (solid line)
- Feels-like temperature (dashed line)
- Dew point (if enabled)
Colors indicate temperature ranges (cool to warm).
Precipitation Chart
Bar chart showing:
- Precipitation probability (percentage)
- Precipitation amount (mm or inches)
- Precipitation type (rain, snow, mixed)
Colors range from light blue (low chance) to dark blue (high chance).
Combined Chart
The default view combines multiple metrics:
- Temperature line (top)
- Precipitation bars (middle)
- Wind indicators (bottom)
- Cloud cover shading
- Time labels (x-axis)
Wind Chart
Shows wind data:
- Wind speed (line or bars)
- Wind gusts (dotted line)
- Wind direction (arrows)
Additional Metrics
Other available charts:
- Humidity
- Pressure
- Cloud cover
- UV index
- Visibility
Interacting with Charts
Tap for Details
Tap any hour on the chart to see:
- Exact values
- Time
- All available metrics
- Weather condition description
Zoom
- Pinch to zoom in/out
- Focus on specific time periods
- See more detail
Scroll
- Swipe left/right to see different hours
- View full 48-hour forecast
- Check specific times
Toggle Metrics
Tap legend items to:
- Show/hide specific data
- Focus on relevant metrics
- Reduce visual clutter
Reading the Charts
Identifying Trends
Rising Temperature:
- Line slopes upward
- Warming throughout the day
Precipitation Window:
- Bars show when rain is expected
- Height indicates intensity
- Width shows duration
Wind Patterns:
- Arrows show direction
- Size indicates speed
- Watch for sudden changes
Planning Activities
Find best time for outdoor activities:
- Look for no precipitation bars
- Check comfortable temperature range
- Verify low wind speed
- Check UV index for sun exposure
Prepare for bad weather:
- Note when precipitation starts
- Check intensity (bar height)
- See how long it lasts
- Plan accordingly
Customization
Chart Settings
Configure in Settings → Display → Charts:
- Metrics to Display - Choose which data to show
- Chart Style - Line, bar, combined
- Color Scheme - Match theme or custom colors
- Time Format - 12h or 24h
- Units - All your preferred units
Data Points
Select which information to include:
- Temperature (always shown)
- Feels-like temperature
- Precipitation probability
- Precipitation amount
- Wind speed
- Wind gusts
- Wind direction
- Humidity
- Pressure
- Cloud cover
- UV index
- Dew point
- Visibility
Chart Accuracy
Time Frames
0-6 hours: Very accurate 6-24 hours: Highly accurate 24-48 hours: Good accuracy
Provider Differences
Different weather providers may show:
- Slightly different temperatures
- Different precipitation timing
- Varying wind predictions
Compare providers for important planning.
Tips & Tricks
Quick Glance
Look for:
- Steep slopes - Rapid temperature changes
- Tall bars - Heavy precipitation
- Gaps in bars - Rain-free periods
- Arrow clusters - Strong/gusty winds
Detailed Analysis
For precision:
- Tap each hour for exact values
- Check feels-like vs actual temperature
- Note precipitation probability AND amount
- Consider wind chill effects
Comparing Days
Scroll through the chart to:
- Compare today vs tomorrow
- Find patterns (rain every afternoon?)
- Plan multi-day activities
Common Patterns
Daily Temperature Curve
- Morning - Coldest (lowest point)
- Afternoon - Warmest (peak)
- Evening - Cooling down
- Night - Coolest
Precipitation Patterns
- Morning showers - Early bars
- Afternoon storms - Mid-day peaks
- Evening rain - Late-day bars
- Overnight - May miss in hourly view
Wind Behavior
- Calm mornings - Low wind
- Afternoon winds - Peak gusts
- Evening calm - Winds die down
Advanced Features
Pressure Trends
Watch pressure changes:
- Rising - Improving weather
- Falling - Worsening conditions
- Stable - No major changes
Cloud Cover
Shading indicates clouds:
- Light - Mostly clear
- Medium - Partly cloudy
- Dark - Overcast
UV Index Over Time
Plan sun exposure:
- Peak usually midday (11am-3pm)
- Minimal in morning/evening
- Use for outdoor safety
Chart Limitations
Forecast Uncertainty
- Further in time = less certain
- Small changes not always predicted
- Micro-climates may differ
Update Frequency
- Charts show last-fetched data
- Pull to refresh for latest
- Check update timestamp
Resolution
- Hourly data only
- Cannot see minute-by-minute
- For that, use weather radar
Comparing with Radar
Charts - Predicted future weather Radar - Current actual precipitation
Use both:
- Radar for "what's happening now"
- Charts for "what will happen"
Accessibility
Charts are designed for:
- Color-blind friendly colors
- Clear labels and legends
- Alternative data views
- Text-based alternatives
Performance
Charts are optimized for:
- Smooth scrolling
- Fast rendering
- Low battery impact
- Efficient data loading