lustar vs RainBot Weather

The two biggest factors keeping you from finding that perfect star gazing location are light pollution and weather. Using local weather forecasts and light pollution data, Lustar gives you a searchable map of the world with hourly stargazing forecasts for every location. Check out the Dark Site locations if you're not sure where to start.

RainBot Weather, intelligently designed. RainBot is a powerful weather platform built around precision forecasts, live NEXRAD radar, intelligent weather alerts, and professional weather analysis. Powered by official NOAA and National Weather Service data, RainBot delivers accurate, location-specific weather information while making complex weather easier to understand. Whether you’re checking today’s forecast, monitoring severe storms, tracking weather while traveling, or planning a night under the stars, RainBot keeps you informed. Personalized Dashboard with everything you need in one place. View current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, severe weather outlooks, environmental data, astronomy information, outdoor activity scores, and live weather insights from a clean, modern dashboard. Precision Forecasts RainBot retrieves forecast data using your exact GPS location, connecting directly to the National Weather Service forecast grid covering your location—not simply the nearest city. • Hourly & 7-Day Forecasts • RainBot Daily Briefings • Weather-Aware Summaries • Hour-by-Hour Trends • Heat Index, UV Index, Dew Point, Humidity, Wind, Pressure, Visibility & More Live NEXRAD Radar Explore nationwide radar using official National Weather Service data. Features include: • Base Reflectivity • Surface Temperature Layer • Official Warning Polygons • GPS Location Tracking • Multiple Radar Products RainBot displays official NEXRAD data directly from NOAA without artificial future radar imagery or generated precipitation forecasts. Radar features continue to evolve as additional weather layers and visualization improvements are added. ThreatPath™ (Preview) ThreatPath is RainBot’s developing storm intelligence system. Rather than simply displaying alerts, ThreatPath works to explain what weather means relative to your location by analyzing official warning information alongside storm motion. Current capabilities include: • Relative Storm Position • Warning Polygon Awareness • Storm Motion Analysis • Plain-Language Threat Summaries • Contextual Safety Guidance ThreatPath is under active development, with additional storm intelligence and tracking features planned for future updates. Storm Prediction Center Go beyond the forecast with direct access to professional Storm Prediction Center products. Monitor: • Mesoscale Discussions (MDs) • Convective Outlooks • Watches & Forecast Discussions • Severe Weather Analysis Stay informed about developing severe weather before watches and warnings are issued. Three Saved Locations Monitor weather at up to three custom locations, each with its own: • Personalized Dashboard • Forecasts • Radar • Active Alerts • ThreatPath Analysis Perfect for keeping an eye on home, work, family, or travel destinations. Astronomy Plan your next night under the stars with built-in astronomy tools. • Aurora Forecasts • KP Index • Stargazing Conditions • Moon Phase & Illumination • Cloud Cover Analysis Personalized Alerts Choose the weather notifications that matter most to you. Customize alert preferences, manage monitored locations, and receive timely notifications tailored to your needs. RainBot is continuously expanding with new weather products, radar capabilities, forecasting tools, and weather intelligence features—all designed to help you better understand the weather around you.