WiFi Weather Station with ESP8266 - OLED Display Kit
Build a WiFi Weather Station with ESP8266 - See Live Temperature, Humidity & Forecast on OLED
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Transform your desk into a personal weather dashboard. This kit lets you fetch live weather data from the OpenWeatherMap API using an ESP8266 and display temperature, humidity, and a weather description on a crisp 0.96-inch OLED screen. No soldering required - simply plug components into the breadboard and upload the code.
What You'll Build
You'll build a compact Internet-of-Things device that connects to your home WiFi and pulls real-time weather info for your city. When you power it up, the OLED instantly shows the current temperature, humidity percentage, and a short description like 'clear sky' or 'light rain' - just like a professional weather widget, but built by you.
What You'll Learn
- How to connect an ESP8266 microcontroller to WiFi and fetch data from a web API
- Parsing JSON weather data (temperature, humidity, description) in Arduino code
- Driving an I2C OLED display to show live sensor readings and text
- Basic electronics prototyping on a breadboard - no soldering needed
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP8266 NodeMCU | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| 4.7k? Resistors | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 15 |
| Micro USB Cable | 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
This kit is ideal for school students exploring CBSE Class 11-12 computer science projects, ATL Tinkering Lab assignments, or hobbyists starting with IoT. Engineering freshers at B.Tech ECE/EEE programs will find it a friendly introduction to WiFi modules and API integration, while young makers aged 10+ can follow along with adult guidance.
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?
The AI companion provides step-by-step troubleshooting for this exact kit, and you can reach our team on WhatsApp for a quick text chat.
Do I need an OpenWeatherMap account?
Yes, signing up for a free API key takes 2 minutes. We'll guide you through it in the companion instructions.
Can I display weather for a different city?
Absolutely - the code can be edited to pass your city's ID or coordinates. The companion shows you exactly where to change it.
Is this suitable for a school science exhibition?
Perfect choice. You'll have a live data display that demonstrates IoT, web APIs, and electronics in a single working model.
ESP8266 fetches weather from OpenWeatherMap API and shows temperature, humidity and description on OLED.
What's in this kit
- ESP8266 NodeMCU
- 0.96in OLED
- 4.7k? Resistors x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-M Wires x15
- Micro USB Cable
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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