{"product_id":"acurite-iris-5-in-1-wireless-weather-station-color-console-lightning-detection","title":"AcuRite Iris 5‑in‑1 Wireless Weather Station — Color Console \u0026 Lightning Detection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe AcuRite Iris is a 5-in-1 wireless home weather station that delivers real-time indoor\/outdoor temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, rainfall totals, and nearby lightning detection on a color display.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for homeowners, hobby meteorologists, and outdoor enthusiasts, the AcuRite Iris combines an anemometer, wind vane, rain gauge, thermometer and hygrometer with an easy-to-read color console. Its auto-dimming display, weather ticker, and programmable alerts let you monitor conditions at a glance, while the unit records historical data and lightning strike counts to help you track patterns over days, weeks, and months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Iris report lightning and storm distance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Iris includes an integrated lightning detector that estimates distance to lightning-producing storms and displays strike counts. It records running totals and historical lightning data so you can see recent activity at a glance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEstimated distance to storms within a 25-mile (or km) radius\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRunning total plus weekly and monthly lightning counts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsole displays strike history by time and distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUseful for safety awareness around outdoor activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat weather metrics does it measure and display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system reports more than 50 data points, including indoor\/outdoor temperature and humidity, wind speed and direction, barometric pressure, rainfall, heat index, dew point, and trend information. The display shows current values, highs\/lows, and selectable units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTemperature in °F or °C, humidity in % RH\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWind speed (mph, km\/h, knots) and 16-point wind direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBarometric pressure trend from self-calibrating readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRainfall totals for recent intervals and historical records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Iris create local forecasts and track trends?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcuRite’s self-calibrating algorithm samples barometric pressure frequently and builds a running average to refine its hyperlocal forecasts. Over the first days of operation the learning mode improves pressure accuracy for better short-term predictions and trend displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUses 4,000 readings to form a stable running average (learning mode)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForecasts based on local pressure trends and recent sensor data\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecords historical averages for wind, rainfall, and lightning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeather ticker and alerts display changing conditions in real time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the system installed and expanded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Iris console is freestanding or wall-mountable, while the outdoor 5-in-1 sensor mounts outside where it can measure wind, rain, temperature, and lightning. The system accepts up to two additional AcuRite remote sensors (sold separately) for expanded coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsole with auto-dim color screen and tabletop stand or wall mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOutdoor 5-in-1 sensor array includes anemometer, rain gauge, wind vane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility with two extra sensors (models 06002, 06044 sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecords and displays historical data for days, weeks, months, and year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The AcuRite Iris is suited to anyone who wants a single, reliable station for detailed home weather monitoring — homeowners, gardeners, boaters, RV owners, and hobby meteorologists who value hyperlocal data, lightning awareness, and an easy-to-read, feature-rich display. It’s also a practical gift for people who enjoy tracking conditions outdoors or need timely alerts for weather-sensitive plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can the Iris detect lightning distance and counts?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It estimates storm distance within ~25 miles and logs strike totals, plus weekly and monthly counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the system support additional sensors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It supports up to two extra AcuRite indoor\/outdoor sensors (models 06002, 06044 sold separately).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"AcuRite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56801374503252,"sku":"B01MEFGGMF","price":208.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/acurite-iris-color-display-front.jpg?v=1786741056","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/acurite-iris-5-in-1-wireless-weather-station-color-console-lightning-detection","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}