10 best rain guages

Product description

AcuRite Digital Rain Gauge with Self-Emptying Wireless Rain Collector features total rainfall measurements that send to the easy-to-read LCD display every 16 seconds. Rainfall history includes current rainfall event, one or seven-day measurements. One-year limited manufacturer warranty.

• Self-emptying rain collector automatically dumps collection cup
• Outdoor rain totals transmitted every 16 seconds to indoor display
• Flood watch alarm indicates if present conditions could lead to flooding
• Rainfall measurement in inches or millimeters with history
• Strong signal penetration (enhanced 433 MHz)

User questions & answers

Question:	I have had several wireless rain gauges and they only seem to work for a year or so. Does anyone have it for say 3 years and have it still working
Answer:	My second unit is was purchased in 2017. It has worked properly the entire time. I just moved and will be buying another very soon. I'm replacing the rain gauge because if it sits in the direct sun for a significant portion of the day, the plastic housing gets brittle. The tabs on mine broke long ago and it is now held together with tape. Functional but not pretty. The unit does require some maintenance. I've found that in the spring and fall, "tree trash" can collect in the cup and block the inlet. I've also have to clear the spiders out from time to time. I highly recommend this product. So much so, i will be buying #3 in the near future.
Question:	Can I make it empty using wireless from inside? To clear a little bit of rain and start fresh
Answer:	It dumps automatically, there is no remote control. That would be useless anyway. You can reset any of the recorded readings from the remote monitor. It can record daily rainfall, event (multiple days of continuous rain), weekly, monthly and annual. What else could yo possible want in a rain gage.
Question:	Does this need to be mounted, or can it just sit on the ground
Answer:	I guess it can be, however, for safety of the gage it should be mounted, for mine I use a 2x4x8 , I cut about ten inches off, drove the 2x4x8 in the ground then nailed the 10inch piece on the top ( as in a T shape). I then mounted the gage ontop. This is very secure and easy. Once mounted the battery can be change without having to unmount the gage. Note, mineis about 30ft fom the receiver insidean works fine. Hope this helps
Question:	When it rains, the alarm comes on. But it never registers more than .1 of an inch, even if we get 3 inches. How do I fix it
Answer:	i'm having the same problem. we had over an inch of rain over the weekend and it read "00.0". i'm going to try changing the battery. if that don't work i'm going too contact amazon. sorry, i can't help you.
Question:	Can it be easily and securely mounted on a metal fence/railing
Answer:	I simply stick mine in the ground. But if you have appropriate tools (drill and bit and get the right screws) it could be successfully mounted on a metal fence or railing. It would be secure. You would have to decide if it was easy or too complicated to do.
Question:	Are the screws included
Answer:	Screws are not included.
Question:	If you mount it on a fence, how do you empty it
Answer:	Two screws in the fence mount the gauge. There are slotted holes on the gauge that allow you to simply slip it off the mounting screws to empty the water. Then slip back in place. Easy to use and to mount.
Question:	Will it break when water freezes inside the gauge
Answer:	It does now! I have been ordering this gauge since 2006. It was made in America then. The acrylic was so heavy when made in America it would not break, the expanding ice simply moved up in the column. As soon as the made in China move came the gauge wall thickness was literally cut in half. I know because I very carefully measured it. Would love to find a thick one once again.

Product features

Measure rainfall with visibility from across the backyard

Whether you are a gardener or have a basement that leaks when you get too much rain, the Magnifying rain gauge will help you determine if you need to water your garden or check for flooding. Measuring up to 5 inches of rain so that you can monitor for more than a day, and is designed to magnify rain measurements by over 35% for easy viewing.

Features:

• Collects up to 5 inches of rain water
• Easy-to-read numbers are magnified by over 35%
• Weather-resistant acrylic construction
• Easy setup - integrated hang hole for wall mounting or stake sets easily into the ground for use as a garden/landscaping rain gauge

The most essential device in your gardening or lawn care toolkit.

Measure precipitation with precision and accuracy. Features:

Monitor rainfall amount from the comfort of your home.

The AcuRite Self-emptying Rain Gauge provides accurate, reliable rainfall measurement.

Do I need to water the lawn today? How much rain did we get last night? Whether you seek a professional rain gauge for garden/landscaping, or are simply interested in monitoring rainfall amounts, an AcuRite electronic rain gauge will keep you up-to-date on precipitation levels outside your home.

Product description

Know how the April showers brought your May flowers, with La Crosse’s Large Plastic rain gauge with Magnifying Easy-to-Read design. This gauge measures your backyard rainfall with large digits and clear measurement lines to ensure accurate readings, even from a distance. The 12 inch Rain Gauge can be mounted onto a fence or deck railing at the ideal height for reading or into the ground using its pointed tip bracket. Mounting hardware is sold separately. The clear, weather resistant acrylic rain-collection funnel can be easily removed making it simple to empty or clean.

• Weather resistant 12 inch plastic gauge
• Measures up to 5 inches of rain
• Magnifying acrylic for easy-to-read design
• Dynamic black-blue with gray numbers & markings
• Keyhole bracket fits onto post or fence with screws (not included), or use it as a garden/yard stake

User questions & answers

Question:	Where can I get the mounting hardware “sold separately”? This is so dumb
Answer:	Yes any screws that have a head smaller than the holes in the gauge base
Question:	Is this a 12" OR 5" gauge
Answer:	It's 12" tall but measures up to 5" of rain.
Question:	Great question concerning the front yard. I don't have a yard at all, it is a ranch. Will the 704-1531 still work or should I consider another model
Answer:	It should work fine in any "open" area. You can stick it in the ground or mount on a post/fence. Just make sure not underneath a tree or something. Also make sure you mount it in a way that you can empty it after gaining the measure you are tracking.
Question:	Is this made in the usa? i wish amazon was like ebay and you could hit a button to only go to things made in usa
Answer:	Made in China via LaCrosse, Wisc., according to the box. Still, it's sturdy and measures rain well.
Question:	What is the maximum capacity of the gauge in inches of rain? I'm guessing about
Answer:	I believe it's at least that. The inner cylinder is 1" than flows into the large outer cylinder which has to be decanted inch by inch into the inner cylinder as my outer cylinder was never marked. I only ever recall a maximum of a 6.00" rain here on the farm.
Question:	what do you attach it to? Does it have a stake for the ground
Answer:	I attached this to a metal stake used to hold chicken wire. At the top of the stake, I bolted on a 2x4, then mounted the bracket that comes with the gage to the 2 x 4. Just make sure that you have the top of the rain gage high enough above the top of your post that you don't get water bouncing off the top of the post into the gage. A few inches should do it - mine is about 6" above the top of the 2x4.
Question:	Is there a measurement on the outside tube for the accumulated inches or do you have decant from the outside tube through the inside tube to measure
Answer:	No there is not a measurement on the outside tube. You must decant in order to get an accurate measurement. I just performed the calibration test myself and each 1 inch of water collected on the inside tube is not equal to .10 inches collected in the outer tube as some state in these answers. The closet that you can get to measuring without decanting is by using the formula in user okrah’s answer which is: Where the outer tubes water level meets the inner tubes markings, take that decimal number and multiply it by 8.8 then add 1 (this 1 is the amount of water already filling the inner tube) and that will give you a very close measurement. Albeit not as accurate as decanting.
Question:	measure snow
Answer:	Take out the inner tube and take off the funnel. Then you will capture the snow in the big outer tube. There are two ways to measure the snow but what I like to do, after the snow has stopped, is to bring the tube with the captured snow in it, let it melt, than pour the water into the inner tube using the funnel. If the liquid measurement comes up to .10" it has snowed about 1". Rule of thumb-1 inch of liquid precipitation equals 10 inches of snow. This will vary tho when you have a heavy, wet snow or a light, dry snow. Hope this has helped.

Product features

Accuracy and protection

• Versatile - Keyhole bracket attaches onto fence with screws or stake into ground
• Measures up to 5 inches of rainfall. Magnifies for reading from distance
• Protect - Monitor daily rainfall, so not to overwater your plants or lawn
• Easy Read - magnified numbers and markings
• Simple - Easy to use, cleaning or discarding water

Gauge dimensions: 2.75"W x 1.50"D x 12.45"H

Product description

The AcuRite wireless rain gauge station with indoor/outdoor thermometer delivers precise, reliable measurements of environmental conditions in your back yard. An easy-to-read LCD screen shows today's rainfall totals plus current indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity. Features include a programmable rain alarm that alerts you when your preset rainfall amounts are reached, potentially Warning you of flood conditions. Its oncoming storm alert indicates a drop in barometric pressure and the chance of approaching storms. Displays rainfall records for the previous day, current week, month, year and previous year. Also shows daily and all-time high and low records for temperature and humidity. Additional features include an Intelli-Time clock that comes pre-programmed to the correct time and date and automatically updates for daylight saving time. All you need to do is set your time zone. The sleek, stylish digital rain gauge display stands upright for tabletop use and is wall-mountable. The fully wireless rain sensor and temperature & humidity sensor are easy to install outdoors and offer strong wireless signals. Their all-weather construction can withstand the elements while providing precise and accurate measurements. Limited one-year warranty. It's more than accurate, it's AcuRite.

• Self-emptying rain collector measures rainfall in your backyard and wirelessly transmits readings to an indoor digital display (100-foot; 30 meter range)
• Wireless all-weather temperature and humidity sensor measures outdoor conditions with precision and accuracy (330-foot; 100-meter range)
• Rainfall totals for current day, previous day, current week, month, year and previous year (inches or millimeters)
• Oncoming Storm alert, plus programmable rain alarm to warn when Flood conditions may be present or when to turn off the sprinklers
• Other features include intelli-time clock, indoor temperature and humidity with all-time high and low records plus timestamp

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the yearly total calendar year, jan to dec or year since batteries were installed? in our area the rainy season is typically sept- may
Answer:	Hello, I would be happy to answer that for you! The yearly rainfall total will reset one year after the unit is powered on so you can keep track of the rainfall total continuously over the new year if you choose. If you have further questions, please reach out to our support team via live chat or email request on the AcuRite Support website. Have a terrific day! Haylee AcuRite Support Team
Question:	Is there a leaf guard in the collection cup
Answer:	Hello Larry , Ga, There is not a leaf guard/debris filter in the rain gauge however, the opening is designed to keep most debris out. If you have any other questions, please contact the AcuRite Support Team at 262-729-4852, we are happy to assist you. Thank you. Have a great day, Rachell AcuRite Support Team
Question:	Does the rain cup come with a mounting bracket
Answer:	Yes, the bottom of the rain cup detaches, allowing you to screw the bottom to a deck railing or other level surface. You also install the batteries in the bottom section while the top is detached.
Question:	Are batteries included
Answer:	no batteries, takes 3 AAA's in base. I like the system, but when the batteries for a remote die, you have to restart the base station (pull a battery) for it to start receiving data from the remote. All the saved rain data is lost. That is the only problem I have had with the unit that I have. Also be sure that the rain detector is level in all directions, more accurate that way.

Product features

The most essential device in your gardening or lawn care toolkit.

Measure rain precipitation, temperature and humidity with precision and accuracy.

Temperature and Humidity

View indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Includes current temperature and humidity with trend arrows to show the direction conditions are trending. The digital display calculates dew point and heat index to give you a true feel of outdoor conditions.

Historical Records

Displays historical rainfall records for previous day, current week, month, year and previous year. Tracks daily and all-time high and low records for temperature and humidity.

Programmable Rain Alarm

Rainfall alarm emits an audible alert when your preset rainfall amount is reached, potentially warning you of flood conditions or when to turn off the sprinkler in your lawn or garden.

Today's Rain Indicator

Check rainfall amounts at-a-glance to determine whether your garden or lawn requires watering this week. The weather station's rain indicator illustrates today's rainfall collection up to 1-inch (25 millimeter).

Monitor rainfall, temperature and humidity from the comfort of your home.

The AcuRite Self-emptying Rain Gauge provides accurate, reliable rain measurements. Whether you want a professional rain gauge with clock, or a wireless rain gauge with humidity and temperature, it will provide you with the information you need to plan your day.

Do I need to water the lawn this week? How much rain did my flowers get last night? This product is a great gardening and landscaping rain gauge too.

No matter what your needs, an AcuRite electronic rain gauge will keep you up-to-date on precipitation levels outside your home.

Product description

ECOWITT Wireless Rain Gauge provides accurate, reliable rain measurements of environmental conditions in your back yard/garden/farm.



Useful Helper for Yard/Lawn/Garden:

A digital rain gauge is a useful weather tool that tells you how much rain has fallen right in your own back yard.

Personal precipitation information is useful for making decisions about the amount of watering your lawn, garden or landscape requires.



Essential Tool for Farming/Land/Crops:

Our professional rain gauge provides exact rainfall data in your specific area that will help you better forecast your yield and harvest time.

With exact data and useful knowledge, you become better equipped to make intelligent decisions about your land and crops.

You’ll know when to plant and evaluate if a particular area is ideal for planting a certain type of plant.



Indoor Temperature and Humidity Monitor

View indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Includes current temperature and humidity.

Tracks all-time high and low records for indoor temperature and humidity with timestamp.



Specifications:

Rainfall measuring range: 0~6000mm; Accuracy: ±5%; Resolution: 0.1mm/0.01inch

Indoor temperature range: -9.9°C. to 60°C; Accuracy ± 1°F/±0.5°C.

Indoor humidity measure range: 10% to 99%.

Accuracy +/- 3% RH (@25°C. , 30%RH to 80%RH).

Accuracy +/- 4.5% RH (@25°C. , 1%RH to29%RH；80%RH to 99%RH).

Power consumption:

Base station: 3X AA 1.5V LR6 Alkaline battery (not included)

Remote sensor: 1X AA 1.5V LR6 Alkaline battery (not included)

Dimension: Receiver: 119X172X31mm; Sensor:187.7X183.4X159mm



Package Content:

1X Base Station + 1X Rain Collector + 1X Manual

• Wireless Rain Gauge: measures rain precipitation with 0.1mm/0.01inch resolution, indoor temperature and humidity with precision and accuracy. Allowing you to monitor the rain condition in your backyard/garden/farm/land crop with 300FT/100M wireless transmission range.
• Professional Rainfall Data: displays rain rate, rain event, rainfall total of 1h/24h, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly record; 24 monthly rain history and the 730 days have rain rainfall records ; Rain grade graph display; mm/inch measuring unit selectable
• Programmable Rain Alarm: customizable alerts for rain rate, rain event, indoor temperature and humidity to warn when flood conditions may be present or when to turn off the sprinklers.
• Monitor Room Comfort: Measures indoor temperature and humidity with history high and low records plus timestamp; calendar(time, week, date) and alarm clock function.
• Self-emptying Rain Collector: The wireless funnel-shaped rain collector is self-emptying and easy to install; wall-mountable display base station with built-in table stand and back light.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the pole supposed to be hammered into the ground? the bottom looks flat in the picture. explain size "d32*h200mm" in inches
Answer:	Dear customer, the pole is provided as one of the installation methods. You can insert it into the ground or you can mount the rain collector to a fence. Any other question, please contact us at [email protected].:)
Question:	How long do the batteries last ? For the whole season ? If not, do you lose the history when they die or when you change them
Answer:	Hello, please the power consumption of this digital rain gauge: Base Station: 3xAA Alkaline batteries (not included) Outdoor sensor(rain collector): 1xAA Alkaline batteries (not included) Battery life: Minimum 12 months for base station Minimum 12 months for outdoor sensor And the history records will not lose when power off. You can check the manual for more information: http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201803/WH5360B%20Manual.pdf Any question, please contact us at [email protected].
Question:	Where can I download the manual for this product
Answer:	Hi, you can download the manual here: http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201903/WH5360B%20Manual%20Updated%201206.pdf It might be updated with time. Please go to our website to download the latest version. If there's any question, please contact us at [email protected].
Question:	When or by what criteria does the rainfall event end and go to
Answer:	If the rain falls below 1mm for 24h and there is no rain in the last hour, it is regarded as the end of a rain. And the rainfall event will go to 0.00. Any question, please contact us at [email protected].

• Our beautiful rain gauge will capture and measure the rainfall in your garden.
• An attractive ornamental stake during the day, with colourful metal cattail and butterfly adorning the top.
• The solar panel captures the sunlight and illuminates the LED glass rainfall tube at dusk.
• On/off switch located on solar panel.
• Stands 25" tall on a 4-1/2" pronged metal stake.

User questions & answers

Question:	How tall is it
Answer:	I bought 2 and they about 2ft tall. We have ours in the front flower beds about 14 inches off the ground. They are very pretty.
Question:	Where is it made? Country of origin
Answer:	It was purchased as a gift, so do not know country of origin
Question:	Can you tell me which replacement tube to buy for this holder? I got one that is too skinny and one that is too big. Which brand will fit
Answer:	I found it on EBay. I brought a rain gauge udometer replacement glass 8” tall x 2” large print.
Question:	Need to replace the glass tube - are they available
Answer:	Menards and most hardware stores carry the replacement glass

• 5" accurate measurement for precise rain measurement
• Calibration clear, easy to read
• Calibration will not rub off
• Suitable for measurement of rainfall, lawn & garden watering
• Size:0.86“x 0.86"x 5.5".

User questions & answers

Question:	Where is this made
Answer:	sorry, i don't have the box any longer...but I'm pretty sure it was China
Question:	Is there a lip at the top
Answer:	There is the very slightest lip on the OD.

Product description

7 inch Tube Outdoor Patio Weather Instrument Rain Gauge features a plain tube that can be added to a decorative rain gauge (sold separately) or used on its own. Gauge is made of glass with clear finish. Rain gauge measures approximately 8.25 x 2.25 inches; Measures up to 7 inches of rain. Perfect for decorative and functional display in the garden or yard. Ships in protective packaging.

• 7 inch Tube Outdoor Patio Weather Instrument Rain Gauge features a plain tube that can be added to a decorative rain gauge (sold separately) or used on its own
• Gauge is made of glass with clear finish
• Rain gauge measures approximately 8.25 x 2.25 inches; Measures up to 7 inches of rain
• Perfect for decorative and functional display in the garden or yard
• Ships in protective packaging

User questions & answers

Question:	Due to the bell edge, the 1" calibration should be at least 1.2". I have one which is miscalibrated at .9", so reads about 1.5x. are these accurate
Answer:	Close enough for me!
Question:	Will this rain gauge fit the bits and pieces - solar powered butterfly rain gauge garden statue
Answer:	I am not sure
Question:	Is the lip 2.25” and if so what is the tube diameter? My rings are exactly
Answer:	lip is 2.25 inches. Diameter of the opening is 1.75 inches. should work for you
Question:	Is the 2.25” to the outside lip,??? I need one that is 2.25” to the outside of the lip and 2” in diameter
Answer:	I have one that I got in the summer. I measured it. It is 2.25 inches from the outer edge of the lip to the other outer edge of the lip. So YES to your question. The diameter of the opening is 1.75 inches. Good luck.

Product description

Designed with Plastic, this rain gauge is sturdy and features clear numerals for easy reading. Keep track of rainfall with the Litake Rain Gauge Replacement Tube in your yard or garden.



The size of Litake rain gauge replacement tube: 7.2in*1.4in*1.69in, please carefully check it before purchasing

• With Litake outdoor rain gauge replacement tube to measure the amount of rainfall in your yard or garden and help you monitor lawn and garden watering.
• Rain gauge size approximately 7.2in*1.4in*1.69in, Measures up to 6 inches of rain.
• Plastic rain gauge tubes are crafted from durable, weather-resistant plastic material, it is not easy to break.
• The rain gauge replacement tube features clear numerals for easy reading.
• The 6inch plastic rain gauge is a good choice for rain gauge replacement tube glass.

Product description

Measuring rainfall is an important factor in growing plants, whether you’re a hobbyist gardener or experienced farmer. Using our Large Rain Gauge is one way to make sure your plants are receiving enough water. Before planting, use our rain gauge to help you figure out how many plants a given area can sustain based on typical rainfall received. Are your plants already in the ground? Stake or mount the rain gauge in the near vicinity to see how much water your plants are getting. The clear collection tube collects rain or snow with printed measurements that allow you to measure quickly and accurately. The lettering is printed large, making it easy to read whether you have superb vision or not or if you’re simply trying to read it from a distance. Our rain gauge isn’t overwhelmingly large or small, measuring at 12" L x 2 3/4" W x 1 1/8" H. The instrument has been crafted with durable materials so it can weather the elements rather than exposing fragile materials like glass to the outdoors. You can reuse it year after year without worry. Our rain gauge comes with a couple of options for display. The container was designed with pre-drilled holes where screws can attach it to a wall, fence, ground stake, or wherever is ideal for rain collection (screws included). Slide the container up to empty, and then match up drill holes and slide back in place. To stake, press the spiked end of the container into the ground, having first tested for ground firmness. Just make sure to place the stake in an open area protected from wind or other obstructions. Whether you're growing decorative flowers or a vegetable garden, we know our Large Rain Gauge will make a great addition to your yard.

• DURABLE MATERIALS: Instead of exposing fragile materials like glass to the outdoors, our rain gauge was crafted to weather the elements with durable plastic. You won't need to worry about chips or cracks while handling and emptying the contents. You can reuse it year after year without worry.
• READABLE NUMBERS: Large printed lettering on the collection tube allows for easy reading of rain. This makes it ideal for those with visual impairment or if the rain gauge is not closely accessible. Our gauge won't look overwhelmingly large or small; it measures 12" L x 2 3/4" W x 1" H.
• ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS: Our rain gauge not only is visually appealing, but it also works accurately to measure collected up to 6” of rainwater. The clear collection tube has printed measurements that instantly show how much rain or snow has fallen or how much water your sprinkler has spread.
• MOUNTABLE: Mount the rain gauge on a wall, fence, ground stake, or wherever is ideal for rain collection. This means the gauge will firmly stay in place and can endure the elements without tipping or breaking. Simply attach using screws in the pre-drilled key holes (screws included).
• OPTIONAL STAKE: Our rain gauge has a couple of options for display. The pre-drilled holes and included screws allow you to mount it in place, or you can simply stake it in the ground. We designed the base of the container with a point so it can be staked into the ground in case mounting isn’t ideal.

Product description

Color: Clear

Material: Glass

Rainfall Capacity: 7 "

Diameter with lip: 2 1/8 "

Diameter without lip: 1 3/4 "

Circumference: 5 9/16 "

Height: 8 1/8 "



Package included:1 x Rain Gauge

Notice:

1.Please allow 0.03in error due to manual measurement.Pls make sure you do not mind before you buy.

2.The color may have different as the difference display,pls understand. "

• 7" accurate measurement for precise rain measurement
• Calibration clear, easy to read.
• Calibration will not rub off.
• Suitable for measurement of rainfall, lawn & garden watering
• Size:2 1/8“x 2 1/8 "x 8 1/8"..