Wireless Meteorological Monitoring Solution for Remote and Distributed Outdoor Applications

The LoRaWAN Weather Monitoring System is a wireless meteorological monitoring solution designed for outdoor and distributed monitoring applications that require flexible installation, low-power operation, and remote data access.

Unlike traditional weather monitoring systems that may require long-distance cabling and complex field integration, this solution combines a meteorological sensor, LoRaWAN node, gateway, and data platform into one complete monitoring architecture.

The system is suitable for applications such as agricultural weather monitoring, construction site monitoring, smart city environmental monitoring, industrial park monitoring, road weather monitoring, and remote field monitoring.

The complete system includes:

Meteorological Sensor + LoRaWAN Node + LoRaWAN Gateway + Cloud Platform / Customer Platform

The meteorological sensor collects environmental data such as temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure. The LoRaWAN node acquires sensor data through RS485 communication and transmits the information wirelessly to the gateway. The gateway then forwards the data to the cloud platform or customer's own monitoring system for remote access and management.

System Architecture

1. Meteorological Sensor

The system uses a louver box meteorological sensor designed for outdoor environmental monitoring.

The sensor can measure:

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Atmospheric pressure

The louver box structure helps protect sensing elements from direct sunlight and rain splash while maintaining air circulation for accurate environmental measurement.

The sensor communicates through RS485 and works together with a LoRaWAN node for wireless data transmission.

It is suitable for:

• Agricultural monitoring

• Construction sites

• Smart city projects

• Industrial parks

• Road weather monitoring

• Remote field monitoring

2. LoRaWAN Node

The LoRaWAN node is responsible for collecting sensor data and transmitting it wirelessly.

The node receives RS485 data from the meteorological sensor and sends the information through the LoRaWAN network to the gateway.

Available node options include:

• SN100-WSQ

• SN200-WSQ

The node supports low-power operation and can be configured with different power supply methods according to project requirements.

Power options include:

• Battery power

• Solar power

• External power supply

The solar-powered configuration is especially suitable for outdoor monitoring locations where mains electricity is unavailable.

3. LoRaWAN Gateway

The LoRaWAN gateway receives data transmitted from field sensor nodes and forwards the information toward the network and data platform.

Gateway options can be selected according to installation conditions:

• Indoor gateway

• Outdoor gateway

The gateway provides communication between distributed monitoring points and the upper-level data system.

4. Data Platform

The monitoring data can be uploaded to a cloud platform or customer's existing system.

Users can access weather information through:

• PC dashboard

• Mobile application

Depending on project requirements, the platform can support:

• Real-time data viewing

• Historical data curves

• Device status monitoring

• Data export

• Alarm notification

• Customer platform integration

Key Features of LoRaWAN Weather Monitoring System

Wireless Deployment Without Long-Distance Cabling

Traditional weather monitoring projects may require extensive signal cables between sensors and monitoring centers.

The LoRaWAN Weather Monitoring System uses wireless communication between sensor nodes and gateways, reducing the need for long-distance cabling.

This makes the solution suitable for:

• Large farmland areas

• Remote outdoor locations

• Distributed monitoring sites

• Areas with difficult cable installation

Low-Power Operation for Remote Sites

The system is designed for outdoor monitoring environments where power availability may be limited.

Customers can select suitable power solutions according to project conditions:

• Battery-powered operation

• Solar-powered operation

• External power supply

This allows the system to be deployed in locations without convenient mains power.

Long-Range Wireless Communication

LoRaWAN technology enables long-range wireless communication for distributed monitoring applications.

According to the current solution configuration:

• Typical reference distance in open areas: approximately 5–10 km

• Typical reference distance in urban environments: approximately 1–2 km

Actual communication distance depends on:

• Terrain

• Buildings

• Antenna height

• Installation environment

Remote Weather Data Access

The system allows users to monitor weather information without visiting each monitoring location.

Through the PC dashboard or mobile app, users can view:

• Current weather data

• Historical trends

• Device status

This helps simplify management of distributed monitoring sites.

Flexible System Expansion

The LoRaWAN architecture supports multiple monitoring points through gateways.

For larger projects, additional gateways can be added according to coverage requirements.

The system can be expanded based on:

• Number of monitoring locations

• Communication distance

• Project scale

• Future deployment requirements

Application Scenarios

Agricultural Weather Monitoring

In farmland, orchards, greenhouse surroundings, and irrigation areas, the system collects temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure data to help users understand local microclimate conditions.

It provides a practical solution for distributed agricultural environmental monitoring.

Construction Site Weather Monitoring

Construction projects often require outdoor environmental information for safety management and weather-related planning.

The wireless monitoring system enables flexible installation without extensive cable deployment.

Smart City Environmental Monitoring

The system can be deployed in:

• Parks

• Streets

• Campuses

• Residential communities

• Public facilities

to collect basic environmental and weather information.

Road Weather Monitoring

Weather conditions such as temperature changes, rainfall, and environmental changes can affect transportation management.

Wireless weather monitoring provides remote data collection for road and transportation applications.

Industrial Park Monitoring

Industrial areas may require distributed environmental monitoring for safety management, environmental observation, and operational reference.

The LoRaWAN solution provides flexible deployment options for industrial monitoring locations.

Technical Configuration

A typical LoRaWAN weather monitoring package includes:

The final configuration should be confirmed according to:

• Monitoring parameters

• Number of monitoring points

• Installation environment

• Communication distance

• Power supply conditions

• Platform requirements

• LoRaWAN frequency requirements

Why Choose BGT HYDROMET LoRaWAN Weather Monitoring Solution?

BGT HYDROMET provides a complete wireless meteorological monitoring solution instead of only supplying individual sensors.

The solution combines:

• Environmental sensing

• RS485 data acquisition

• LoRaWAN wireless communication

• Gateway transmission

• Cloud-based monitoring

This integrated approach helps customers build practical weather monitoring systems for outdoor and distributed applications.

It is especially suitable for projects requiring:

• Flexible deployment

• Low-power operation

• Remote monitoring

• Wireless communication

• Future system expansion

Frequently Asked Questions

What parameters can the system measure?

The standard meteorological sensor measures:

• Temperature

• Humidity

• Atmospheric pressure

Other weather parameters can be selected according to project requirements.

Can the system work without mains power?

Yes.

The system supports battery-powered and solar-powered configurations for outdoor locations without convenient power access.

Can customers use their own platform?

Yes.

The system can be integrated with customer platforms depending on communication methods, data format, MQTT requirements, and project scope.

Is the system suitable for remote locations?

Yes.

The LoRaWAN architecture is designed for outdoor and distributed monitoring projects where wiring and power access may be challenging.

How should customers configure the system?

Customers should provide information including:

• Installation location

• Required monitoring parameters

• Number of monitoring points

• Power conditions

• Communication distance

• Required reporting interval

• LoRaWAN frequency region

• Platform requirements

Based on this information, the suitable sensor, node, gateway, and platform configuration can be selected.