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Description

Solcast is a cloud-based software designed to deliver precise, reliable historical, current, and predictive solar irradiance, weather, and photovoltaic (PV) power data tailored for renewable energy needs, using a versatile REST API along with developer tools. By monitoring real-time satellite cloud coverage and integrating it with sophisticated weather models, it provides solar irradiance predictions that range from five minutes to 14 days ahead with exceptional spatial and temporal accuracy, in addition to offering historical data spanning from 2007 to a week prior for performance assessment. The platform accommodates various PV power forecasting models, including Rooftop PV, Advanced PV, and Premium PV, which evaluate both actual and anticipated output for solar installations of any size. Its API delivers data in user-friendly JSON or CSV formats, making it easy to integrate with energy management software, analytical platforms, or tailored workflows. Additionally, developers can utilize native HTTP clients or software development kits (SDKs) such as Python and C#, complete with code samples, to seamlessly access and implement this data. This comprehensive approach positions Solcast as a crucial resource for optimizing solar energy operations.

Description

Xweather serves as a robust weather intelligence platform, offering precise and localized weather, environmental, and climate information through advanced APIs, toolkits, and software solutions tailored for developers and enterprises. Its Weather API enables RESTful access to a variety of data, including current conditions, forecasts, historical records, severe weather notifications, lightning activity, hail information, road conditions, and impact-based insights, all presented with high resolution and global reach, supported by continuously improving machine learning models for enhanced accuracy. Additionally, the platform provides SDKs and developer toolkits for iOS, Android, Python, and web applications, simplifying the process of incorporating weather data, interactive maps, and dynamic imagery into bespoke applications. Furthermore, Xweather Insight acts as a centralized weather confidence platform, consolidating measurements, forecasts, and alerts, thereby empowering organizations to streamline their daily operations, bolster preparedness against severe weather events, and promote safety, efficiency, and sustainability in their activities. Ultimately, Xweather's comprehensive solutions cater to the diverse needs of users seeking reliable weather information to inform their decision-making processes.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API Yes 

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Integrations

Python Yes 
Android No 
Apple iOS No 
C# Yes 
Google Sheets Yes 
JSON Yes 
JavaScript No 
Microsoft Excel Yes 
PVsyst Yes 
System Advisor Model (SAM) Yes 

Integrations

Python Yes 
Android Yes 
Apple iOS Yes 
C# No 
Google Sheets No 
JSON No 
JavaScript Yes 
Microsoft Excel No 
PVsyst No 
System Advisor Model (SAM) No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

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Xweather pricing covers both data and software. Weather data and APIs are usage-based: the first 15,000 accesses each month are free across all services, and billable usage starts at $0.0006 per access for standard endpoints such as conditions, forecasts, and alerts. Pay-as-you-go pricing is available in the US and Canada; customers elsewhere are served through subscription plans. No credit card is required to start. Software and solution products are quoted per deployment, priced on scale, data complexity, reliability requirements, and service scope. High-volume and production-critical use cases (roughly 5M+ accesses per month) move to enterprise agreements with volume pricing, a 99.99% uptime SLA, dedicated support, and enterprise onboarding. Talk to an expert for a quote.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Solcast

Founded

2016

Country

Australia

Website

solcast.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Vaisala

Founded

1936

Country

Finland

Website

www.xweather.com

Product Features

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

Product Features

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