VIMeteo

VIMeteo version 1.2, developed by Valeri Vlassov, stands out in the Home & Hobby category, specifically within the Weather subcategory. Compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, and 11, this application offers an engaging way to access real-time weather data from more than 7000 weather stations worldwide. For those who download this software, it proves to be an invaluable tool for varied activities ranging from family care to business trips and even sailing.

The VIMeteo.exe file presents users with a user-friendly interface where one can simply double click on a world map to pull up a list of the nearest weather stations. Selecting a station provides historical weather data from the past 6 hours and continues to update automatically every 10 to 60 minutes, depending on the station. The robust search function allows users to find specific stations by part of the name or ICAO code.

A notable feature is the Parameters dialog which lets users customize the displayed data, including temperature, pressure, wind speed, and direction. It also offers options to switch between USA (Fahrenheit, etc.) and European (Celsius, etc.) measurement systems, set time ranges from 1 to 60 hours, and adjust the search radius based on nautical miles.

Pros:

• Access to real-time meteo data from over 7000 stations
• User-friendly interface that allows easy navigation and data retrieval
• Customizable data display settings and measurement systems
• Historical meteo data availability for up to 60 hours

Cons:

• Interface may feel outdated compared to modern weather apps
• Limited to Windows OS

Other versions available include 1.1 and 1.0, but version 1.2 remains the latest and most refined iteration. Overall, for those who download VIMeteo, it is a free tool that leverages extensive global weather data to enhance safety and convenience in various endeavors.

It is not possible to confirm if there is a free download for this software available on the developer's website. We cannot guarantee that the program is safe to download as it will be downloaded from the developer's website. Before launching the program, check it with any free antivirus software.

You may want to check out more software, such as MetarWeather, d6 Weather or NaviWeather, which might be related to VIMeteo.