The WS85 sonic anemometer with haptic rain gauge connects wirelessly to the Ecowitt WiFi gateway to obtain wind direction, wind speed and rain readings on your system.

Features

• Measures wind and rain
• Sensor only for use with a gateway or console (sold separately)
• After configuration, the live wind and rain data can be viewed directly on the App
• When use with a gateway or console supports uploads to WeatherUndergorund, WeatherCloud, and MetOffice WoW services
  
• Wind and rain sensor calibration available on the App
  

Unlike some other brands, the Ecowitt WS85 can be used with a variety of gateways and consoles, click here to view the latest Ecowitt sensor matrix.

 

Included

• Wireless 3-in-1 senso array (no console or gateway)
• Plastic mounting arm for pole or surface fixing
• Fixing U-bolts for installation on 25-50mm pole (pole not supplied as standard)
• User Manual 

 

Technical & Manual

• Transmission distance in open field: 150m (490 feet)
• 868MHz UK and European frequency
• Wind speed range: 0 – 40m/s (0 ~ 89 mph)
• Wind speed accuracy: <10m/s, ±1m/s; ≥10m/s, ±10% (<22mph, ±1m/s; ≥22mph, ±10%)
• Wind direction accuracy: ±15°
• Rain accuracy: <5mm/h(±20%) 5~50mm/h(±10%) >50mm/h(±20%)
• Rain resolution: 0.1mm
• Sensor reporting interval: 8.5 seconds
  
• Main power solar panel (built-in): 7.5V / 30mA
• Backup Power: 2 x AA 1.5V Alkaline or Lithium (not included)
• Battery life: 1 year
• Protection: IPX5

A copy of the Ecowitt WS85 sonic wind and haptic rain sensor manual can be viewed by clicking here.

Product Warranty

2 year warranty from date of purchase from May 2025, 1 year on purchases before this date - return to supplier. Batteries are excluded from warranties as they are classed as a consumable item.

See our terms and conditions for full details of our warranty details.