# Smart Precipitation-Measuring Devices The Netatmo Rain Gauge Captures Accurate Readings By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-06-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netatmo-rain-gauge References: [instash](https://www.instash.com/rain-gauge/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Rain-Gauge-Netatmo-Weather-Station/dp/B00J5OHDGG?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The Netatmo Rain Gauge is an advanced piece of equipment that has been created by the brand for use with its [Weather Station](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skymill) to help users accurately track how much rainfall they get within a given period. Suitable for placement anywhere on your property, the device will constantly monitor the amount of rain that falls to let users see just how much rain they are getting. This data can be used to help users know when they need to [water their garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leafypod) or for those interested in [weather patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityweatherin) to keep a closer eye on the precipitation in their area. The Netatmo Rain Gauge enables users to access the data it captures via their smartphone, tablet or through the brand's web portal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Home Weather Stations:** Opportunity to create more advanced and accurate weather tracking devices that integrate with a user's smart home technology. - **Data-driven Agriculture Optimization:** Potential to utilize the accurate precipitation data captured by the Netatmo Rain Gauge to optimize crop irrigation and fertilization. - **Internet of Things (iot) Sensors:** Growing trend of integrating various sensors and devices to provide real-time data for monitoring and decision making in various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Automation:** Opportunity for companies to develop and enhance smart home solutions that integrate with weather stations and other sensors. - **Agriculture:** Use of the Netatmo Rain Gauge and other smart sensors to optimize crop yields and reduce water usage in agriculture. - **Environmental Monitoring:** Potential for IoT sensors and devices to help monitor and manage environmental factors such as air and water quality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intelligent All-in-One Weather Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-weather-station.md) - [Pro-Grade Meteorology Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barani-meteohelix-iot-pro.md) - [Doppler-Based Golfer Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-tees-rainmaker-launch-monitor.md) - [Dedicated In-Home Weather Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-weather-station.md) - [Accessible Smart Water Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-leak-monitor.md) - [Hyperlocal Weather Forecasting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-weather.md) - [Hydroponic Gardener Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponic-gardener.md) - [Accurate Temperature Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-hygrometer-thermometer.md) - [Personal Weather Station Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weather-station-network.md)