--- product_id: 40552857 title: "Weather Station Rain Gauge, Lightning Detector, Color Display" brand: "acurite" price: "VT40357" currency: VUV in_stock: true url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40552857-weather-station-rain-gauge-lightning-detector-color-display store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Lightning Detection Historical Records Rain Gauge Weather Station Rain Gauge, Lightning Detector, Color Display **Brand:** acurite **Price:** VT40357 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌦️ Your Personal Weather Guru - Stay Prepared, Stay Informed! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Weather Station Rain Gauge, Lightning Detector, Color Display by acurite - **How much does it cost?** VT40357 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40552857-weather-station-rain-gauge-lightning-detector-color-display) ## Best For - acurite enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted acurite brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Forecast Like a Pro:** Self-calibrating tech gives you a hyperlocal 12-hour forecast. - • **Customize Your Alerts:** Set programmable alarms for temperature, humidity, and more. - • **Stay Ahead of the Storm:** Lightning alerts within 25 miles keep you safe and informed. - • **Track Your Weather History:** Access detailed rainfall records for the past year. - • **Rainfall at Your Fingertips:** Self-emptying gauge relays data wirelessly from 100 feet away. ## Overview The AcuRite Weather Station is a cutting-edge device that combines a rain gauge, lightning detector, and color display to provide comprehensive weather data. With features like lightning strike alerts, historical rainfall records, and a self-emptying rain gauge, it ensures you are always prepared for changing weather conditions. This weather station is recognized for its accuracy and reliability, making it a top choice for storm tracking. ## Description AcuRite Weather Station Rain Gauge, Lightning Detector, Color Display ## Features - Color Weather Station: Provides lightning strike counts, rainfall measurements, outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity, heat index, dew point, barometric pressure, time, and date - Lightning Strike Alerts and Counter: Provides an audible alarm and warning light when lightning is detected within 25 miles and displays a running total of strikes, plus weekly and monthly totals - Measures Rainfall with Self-Emptying Rain Gauge: Wirelessly relays rainfall measurements from 100 feet (30 meters) away and empties itself to keep you dry and informed - Historical Rainfall Records: Weather station display provides rainfall records for previous 48 hours, a 7-day total, month, year, and the previous year - Hyperlocal Forecast: Self-calibrating technology combines barometric pressure and elevation data to provide a forecast 12 hours from your current conditions - High and Low Records: Relays highs and lows for outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity, barometric pressure, lightning strikes, and rainfall that reset automatically every day at midnight - Programmable Weather Alarms: Pick custom values for outdoor temperature, outdoor humidity, lightning strikes, and rainfall and receive audible beeps and visible flashes when measurements meet your threshold - Named Best Weather Station to Track Storms: With its ability to provide an estimated distance to a storm front, this weather station was named Best Weather Station to Track Storms by Better Homes and Gardens - Company Based in Lake Geneva, WI, USA, since 1943 and known for superior, long-lasting quality products and USA-based customer service. Ranked as a top weather station brand by USA Today, Better Homes and Gardens, Bob Vila, and other news outlets ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Sensor Technology | Electrostatic/Electromagnetic & Tipping Bucket | | Are batteries included? | No | | Display Type | LCD | | Connectivity Technology | wireless frequency | | Number of Batteries | 6 AA batteries required. | | Temperature Accuracy | +/- 2 degrees Fahrenheit | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Additional Features | Lightning Detector | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AcuRite - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Outdoor,Rain - **Specific Uses For Product:** Heat Index - **Power Source:** Corded Electric - **Special Feature:** Lightning Detector - **Connectivity Technology:** wireless frequency - **Number of Batteries:** 6 AA batteries required. - **Style:** Color Display with Lightning - **Color:** Color Display - **Included Components:** Receiver^Rain gauge^Lightning sensor ## Images ![Weather Station Rain Gauge, Lightning Detector, Color Display - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71s2-hHh7HL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: The rain gauge has not worked since I purchased this unit. It has been reset and followed instructions several times. Can you help solve this issue?** A: Hello, We would be happy to assist you with your unit! Please make sure that you are using standard alkaline batteries from a high-quality brand in all units, then perform the following reset. Please follow the steps carefully as the order is crucial to the success of the reset. Hard Reset: 1. Bring all units together and power down by removing all batteries from each and/or removing the power cord. 2. Change the A-B-C switch on all units to a new, matching channel. 3. Reinstall the batteries in the outdoor sensors. 4. Reinstall batteries and/or power cord into the display unit. 5. Let the units sit within a couple of feet of each other for approximately 5 minutes or until you see a solid sensor signal. If this does not correct the issue, please reach out to our support team via live chat or email request on the AcuRite Support website. Have a remarkable day! Haylee AcuRite Support Team **Q: Can you shut the alarms off?** A: Hello LK NorthStar, Yes, the alarms can be turned off on this model. The alarms are programmable. Each selectable weather category features an alarm option. When an alarm sounds, the display emits audible beeping and flashes the affected category, its alarm settings, and any other relevant data. Alarms can be customized to alert you when your programmed value is reached. Alarms include: OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE OUTDOOR HUMIDITY LIGHTNING STRIKES (ON/OFF only; ON by default) RAINFALL If you have any other questions, please contact the AcuRite Support Team at 262-729-4852, we are happy to assist you. Thank you. Have a great day, Rachell AcuRite Support Team **Q: Does it show wind chill?** A: Hello Ann Marie, This unit does not calculate the Wind Chill, however, it will calculate the Dew Point and the Heat Index. If we can answer any other questions, please reach out to our support team via live chat or email request on the AcuRite Support website. Have a wonderful day! Haylee AcuRite Support Team **Q: My machine was purchased in December and it shows negative 40 all the time. How do I fix it?** A: First, please make sure that you are using fresh batteries in all units, then perform the following reset. Please follow the steps carefully as the order is crucial to the success of the reset. Hard Reset: 1. Bring the display unit, lightning detector/temp and humidity sensor, and rainfall collector indoors and position side by side. 2. Remove the batteries from all units and unplug the display. 3. There is a channel switch on all units right above the batteries. Change the A-B-C switch on all units to a new, matching channel. You must select the same letter choices for the display, rain gauge, and lightning sensor/temp and humidity sensor in order for the units to synchronize. 4. Reinstall batteries in the rain collector and lightning detector/temp and humidity sensor first. 5. Reinstall batteries in the display unit last. 6. Let the units sit within a couple of feet of each other for a few minutes to gain a strong connection. For further assistance, please reach out to our support team via live chat or email request on the AcuRite Support website. Have a delightful day! Haylee AcuRite Support Team ## Frequently Bought Together - AcuRite Weather Station Rain Gauge, Lightning Detector, Color Display - AcuRite 5" Capacity Easy-to-Read Magnifying Rain Gauge, Acrylic (00850A3) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40552857-weather-station-rain-gauge-lightning-detector-color-display](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/40552857-weather-station-rain-gauge-lightning-detector-color-display) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-05*