Portable GPS Weather Logger Kit - Track Hike Climate & Elevation
Portable Hiking Weather Station & Elevation Logger Kit - Record Climate Data Along Any Trail
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine returning from a Himalayan trek or a weekend hike in the Western Ghats with a complete log of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, altitude, and GPS coordinates. This kit lets you build exactly that - a pocket-sized weather logger that timestamps every reading and stores it on a microSD card, ready for you to generate an elevation profile and climate graph.
What You'll Build
You will assemble a standalone data logger powered by an Arduino Nano. It reads BMP280 pressure/altitude and DHT22 temperature/humidity at regular intervals, captures precise GPS location from a NEO-6M module, and saves everything with accurate time from the DS3231 RTC to a CSV file on a microSD. The 0.96-inch OLED shows live values, so you can check conditions mid-hike without a laptop. Back home, a few lines of Python plot your route's elevation profile and weather trends.
What You'll Learn
- Interfacing environmental sensors (BMP280, DHT22) via I2C and one-wire protocols
- Parsing NMEA sentences from a GPS module to extract latitude, longitude, and altitude
- Writing structured CSV data to an SD card with time-stamped entries
- Visualizing logged data to create an elevation profile and climate chart using Python or Excel
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Nano | 1 |
| BMP280 | 1 |
| DHT22 | 1 |
| NEO-6M GPS | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| 4.7k? Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 20 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
Students of CBSE Class 11-12 or B.Tech ECE/EEE who want a practical IoT project for their science fair or hackathon. It's also perfect for trekking clubs in IIT, NIT, or VIT who wish to study microclimate shifts along a trail. Smart India Hackathon participants can extend it to a soil moisture or air quality monitor. ATL tinkering labs will find it an ideal introduction to sensor fusion and data logging.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code to start a session with the AI companion trained on this kit; it will walk you through wiring, code, and debugging. WhatsApp support from our Bengaluru team is also available.
How do I plot the elevation profile after my hike?
The SD card stores a CSV file with altitude, temperature, and coordinates. A companion Python script (shared after purchase) reads the file and generates a graph using matplotlib - you just run it on your laptop.
Can this logger run for a full-day trek on a 9V battery?
Yes, with efficient code and brief GPS activation every few minutes, a standard 9V battery lasts 6-8 hours. You can also power it from a USB power bank for longer treks.
Can I add more sensors later, like a PM2.5 dust sensor?
Absolutely. The breadboard leaves room for expansion, and the Arduino Nano has spare digital and analog pins. We provide code templates and the AI companion can guide you through adding a sensor.
Infant Care - BMP280 + DHT22 + GPS log weather along a hiking trail to SD. Post-hike elevation profile plotted from data.
What's in this kit
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items