PhotoWeather is a specialized weather alert service designed specifically for outdoor photographers who need to capture specific atmospheric conditions. The platform allows photographers to set custom rules for weather parameters like fog density, golden hour lighting, aurora visibility, cloud drama, wind limits, and astronomical conditions, then receive notifications when those conditions align at their chosen locations.
Key Features:
- Custom Rule Engine: Create complex rules with AND/OR logic across 50+ weather and astronomical data fields
- Multi-Location Monitoring: Monitor up to 15 locations (Pro plan) with individual rule sets
- Photographer-Focused Data: Horizon-aware weather data, astronomical night calculations, moon position tracking
- Multiple Alert Methods: Daily email digests, real-time alerts, and iCal calendar integration
- High-Quality Forecast Sources: ECMWF, DWD, NOAA, MET Norway, Météo-France and other trusted weather services
- Mobile Apps: Available on iOS and Android for on-the-go monitoring
- Templates: Pre-built rule templates for common photography scenarios
Target Users: Landscape photographers, astrophotographers, wildlife shooters, and outdoor photography enthusiasts who need to plan shoots around specific weather conditions.
Unique Selling Points: Unlike general weather apps, PhotoWeather focuses exclusively on photography-relevant conditions with customizable thresholds, horizon-aware data (not just overhead weather), and integration with photographers' workflow through calendar sync and mobile alerts.
