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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
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
$0
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