Shadan Women’s College of Engineering and Technology

(An Autonomous Institution)

REAL TIME PROJECT ON WEATHER

FORECASTING APPLICATION
PRESENTED BY:
Afreen Sultana : 23L51A0507
Khatija Begum : 23L51A0552
Under the Guidence :
Ms.LALITA SAROJA
 INTRODUCTION
Weather forecasting applications are essential tools that provide timely
and accurate predictions about atmospheric conditions. By collecting data
from satellites, weather stations, and sensors, these applications analyze
patterns using advanced algorithms and machine learning models. They
help individuals and industries make informed decisions by delivering real-
time updates, short-term and long-term forecasts, and severe weather
alerts directly to users through mobile or web platforms.The system
collects real-time meteorological data from APIs, such as
OpenWeatherMap, and uses data processing techniques to display
forecasts including temperature, humidity, wind speed, and severe
weather alerts.This project not only enhances weather awareness but also
showcases practical implementation of real-time systems in software
development.
 ABSTRACT
The objective of this project is to design and
implement a real-time Weather Forecasting
Application that provides accurate and timely weather
updates to users. The application collects
meteorological data from trusted external APIs such
as OpenWeatherMap, and displays key weather
parameters including temperature, humidity, wind
speed, and weather conditions based on the user's
current location. The system is developed using
modern web and mobile development technologies,
with real-time data integration and user-friendly
interfaces.
This project aims to bridge the gap between raw
weather data and end-user usability by presenting
forecast information in a clear and accessible manner.
The application can assist users in planning their daily
activities and making informed decisions, while also
serving as a scalable foundation for further
integration with IoT devices and advanced data
analytics.
 LITERATURE SURVEY
Weather Forecasting using Machine Learning Algorithms" –
Summary: This paper investigates the use of machine learning techniques,
specifically Decision Trees and Support Vector Machines (SVM), for weather
prediction. It shows how machine learning models can be trained on historical
weather data to predict future weather patterns such as temperature and
precipitation.
Strengths: The research demonstrated that machine learning algorithms can
outperform traditional statistical methods in terms of accuracy. The models were
able to forecast weather conditions with improved precision compared to classic
models.
Limitations: A major limitation discussed was the lack of real-time data integration.
The system relied on historical data for training the models, which reduced the
ability to predict sudden weather changes in real-time.
Relation to Our Project: Our weather application, while also utilizing predictive
models, will focus on integrating real-time weather data via APIs, allowing for more
dynamic forecasting that reacts to live data rather than static historical input.
 EXISTING SYSTEMS
. Open Weather Map API
Description: OpenWeatherMap is an API service that provides weather data for apps and
systems. It offers access to weather forecasts, historical data, and real-time weather
conditions for any location worldwide.
Features:
Real-time weather data: Including current temperature, humidity, pressure, and wind
speed.
Weather forecasts: 5-day and 16-day forecasts.
Weather alerts: Including warnings for severe weather conditions.
Technology: OpenWeatherMap gathers weather data from multiple sources, including global
weather stations, radar, and satellites. It provides data in JSON format for easy integration
into custom applications.
Limitations: The free tier offers limited access to certain data sets, and it lacks deep
forecasting capabilities compared to more specialized weather models.
 DISADVANTAGES
Battery and Data Usage (Mobile Apps) :
Continuous fetching of weather updates in the background can lead to increased
battery drain and higher mobile data usage for users, especially if updates are
frequent.
Scalability Challenges :
As the number of users increases, handling high traffic or concurrent requests
may become difficult without proper backend optimization or cloud
infrastructure.
Dependency on External APIs :
The application relies on third-party services like OpenWeatherMap API. If the
API is down, slow, or changes its pricing model, the application may fail to fetch
real-time data or become costly to maintain.
 PROPOSED SYSTEM
The proposed system is a real-time weather forecasting application that delivers
accurate and up-to-date weather information based on the user's current location.
It is designed to overcome the limitations of existing systems by integrating real-
time data, user-friendly interfaces, and scalable architecture.
Key Features of the Proposed System:
Real-Time Weather Updates
The system fetches live weather data such as temperature, humidity, wind
speed, and atmospheric pressure using the OpenWeatherMap API.
Location-Based Forecasting
Utilizes GPS or IP-based location tracking to provide localized forecasts,
making the data more relevant to the user.
User-Friendly Interface
Built using React.js (for web) or Flutter (for mobile), the UI is responsive,
intuitive, and accessible on multiple devices.
ADVANTAGES OF PROPOSED SYSTEM
Real-Time Weather Information :
Provides up-to-date weather data using reliable APIs, allowing
users to make quick and informed decisions based on current
conditions.
Location-Based Forecasting :
Automatically detects the user’s location to offer localized weather
updates, improving accuracy and user relevance.
User-Friendly Interface :
Designed with a clean and intuitive UI using modern frameworks
(React.js or Flutter), ensuring smooth navigation and better user
experience.
FLOW CHART
UML DIAGRAMS
 CONCLUSION
The Real-Time Weather Forecasting Application provides an
efficient and user-friendly platform for accessing accurate
weather information based on the user's location. By integrating
third-party APIs like OpenWeatherMap and using modern
technologies such as React, Node.js, and cloud deployment
platforms, the system delivers real-time updates and multi-day
forecasts that can assist users in planning their daily activities.
This project not only demonstrates the practical application of
web and mobile development skills but also highlights the
importance of real-time data in improving user safety and
awareness. While there are some limitations like API dependency
and lack of offline functionality, the system is scalable,
customizable, and open to future enhancements such as machine
learning-based prediction and IoT sensor integration.
Overall, this project showcases how technology can be used to
solve real-world problems in a meaningful and impactful way.
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