The electronic weather station was donated to the museum by Dr. Steven and Martha West of Indianola. Steven is the Weather Observer for the National Balloon Classic. Knowing weather conditions and wind speed and direction is crucial for safe ballooning.
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Weather Station Computer tells weather conditions at the Museum 24 hours a day |
The Computer shows real time wind speed, wind direction, temperature, barometer settings, humidity, current and year to date rainfall etc, all the important data for balloonists need before flying. |
Weather Station and PiBall display |