Rain Gauge

Farmbot’s Rain Gauge automates rainfall data collection across your property, allowing you to compare rainfall at multiple locations. Analyse trends day-to-day, month-to-month or year-to-year to better understand pasture growth and yield potential. Easily export data for detailed record-keeping and planning.

Key Features:

Automatically logs rainfall data for easy tracking
Compare rainfall data by location and over different timeframes
See latest rainfall totals including MTD, YTD, and rolling 90 days
Analyse long-term trends with interactive graphing tools
Supports decisions for pasture growth and yield forecasting
Export data to CSV and other formats for record-keeping

Requires a Farmbot Monitor: Yes
Connectivity: Satellite or cellular (via the connected Farmbot Monitor)
Alert Types: SMS and email alerts for rainfall events (configurable)
Sensor Type: Tipping bucket rain gauge
Operating Range: 0.2mm tipping resolution; suitable for light to heavy rainfall
Battery Lifespan: 5+ years (replaceable, via Farmbot Monitor)
Warranty: 12 months
Installation: 10–15 minutes; mounts securely on a fence post or pole with a clear sky view

Product Brochure (PDF)

Installation Guide (PDF)

1. Can I compare rainfall data across different paddocks?
Yes. If you have multiple rain gauges on your property, MyFarmbot allows you to compare rainfall by location, helping assess rainfall variability across your farm.

2. Does it record historical rainfall data?
Absolutely. You can view daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly rainfall totals, plus rolling 90-day trends via MyFarmbot.

3. Is the rain gauge accurate for light showers?
Yes. The tipping bucket mechanism has a high sensitivity of 0.2mm, ensuring accurate readings from light rain to heavy storms.

4. Can I export the rainfall data for reporting?
Yes. Rainfall data can be exported in CSV format, useful for planning, compliance, or agronomy records.

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