Item Details
Astero uses Ajax technology and local caching to quickly retrieve weather forecasts that support the user's fixed location or geolocation. An optional search function allows users to search for weather by city name or zip code and choose their preferred units! Easily create stunning weather widgets with animated backgrounds, custom images, or a clean and minimalist look using the shortcode builder.
Features
Weather Forecast Display: The plugin should provide a way to display current weather conditions, such as temperature, humidity, wind speed, and more for a specific location.
Location Selection: Users should be able to enter or select their desired location to view weather information for that area.
Shortcodes: Shortcodes are often used to embed weather information on posts, pages, or widgets within your WordPress website.
Multiple Weather Data Sources: Some plugins allow you to choose from different weather data sources, such as OpenWeatherMap, or other weather APIs.
Widgets: The plugin may include widgets that you can add to your site's sidebar or footer to display weather information.
Forecast Data: In addition to current conditions, a good weather plugin should provide forecasts for upcoming days, including daily and hourly forecasts.
Custom Styling: The ability to customize the appearance of the weather display to match your website's design and color scheme.
Multilingual Support: Support for multiple languages to cater to a global audience.
Responsive Design: Weather displays should be responsive and look good on various screen sizes, including mobile devices.
Weather Icons: Icons representing weather conditions, such as sun, rain, snow, and clouds, should be included for easy visualization.
Historical Weather Data: Some plugins offer historical weather data for a location, allowing you to view past weather conditions.
Weather Alerts: Alerts for severe weather conditions, such as storms or extreme temperatures.
Geolocation: Automatic detection of a user's location based on their IP address or GPS for personalized weather information.
Unit Conversion: The option to switch between different units for temperature, wind speed, and more (e.g., Celsius or Fahrenheit).
Documentation and Support: Comprehensive documentation and customer support to assist users with setup and troubleshooting.
API Integration: Some plugins allow developers to integrate weather data into custom applications or themes using APIs.