The Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) provides up-to-date weather information through a system of automated weather stations distributed throughout the State of Florida. Research scientists at the University of Florida work closely with extension agents to monitor the FAWN system and make sure it provides fast reliable, and convenient access.
FAWN weather information is critical for agriculture, but it's not just for farmers. Other industries and private citizens have unique uses for FAWN. In construction, FAWN data on temperature and humidity aid in the mixing of concrete and improve prediction of drying times. Anglers use FAWN for reliable, localized information about weather conditions and fishing possibilities.
Overall, there are four parts to the FAWN system: collecting data, transmitting it to thecollection site, processing the data, and redistributing it to the end user.
FAWN database servers maintained by IFAS Information Technologies receive weather data from remote stations every 15 minutes. The information is processed and made available almost instantaneously through several different search methods accessible through FAWN web server, as well as an interactive voice-response system.
Choose one of the links below to learn more about FAWN, or go to the FAWN weather data page to use the system.