Weather Service Helper

Your comprehensive guide to using the PBW Weather Service application. Get accurate weather forecasts, interactive maps, and location-based weather data with ease.

Quick Start Guide

Enter ZIP Code

Type any 5-digit US ZIP code to get weather information for that area.

Example: 90210, 10001, 33101

Use Your Location

Click "Use My Location" to automatically detect your current position and get local weather.

Requires location permission

Key Features

Current Weather

Real-time temperature, conditions, humidity, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure.

7-Day Forecast

Extended weather outlook with daily high/low temperatures and conditions.

Interactive Map

Azure Maps integration with terrain and satellite views, plus location markers.

How to Use

1

Enter Location

On the home page, you can either:

  • Type a 5-digit ZIP code in the input field
  • Click "Use My Location" to auto-detect your position
2

Get Weather Data

Click "Get Weather" to retrieve current conditions and forecast information for your selected location.

3

Explore Results

View detailed weather information including:

  • Current temperature and weather conditions
  • 5-day forecast with daily predictions
  • Interactive map showing the location
  • Detailed atmospheric data (humidity, pressure, wind)

Interactive Map Features

Map Controls

  • Zoom Controls: Zoom in/out to see more detail
  • Style Selector: Switch between map styles
  • Compass: Orient the map direction

Available Views

  • Road View: Standard street map view
  • Satellite: Aerial imagery view
  • Terrain: Topographical features
  • Night Mode: Dark theme for low light

Data Sources & Accuracy

Weather Data

Provider: National Weather Service API

Official weather data from NOAA, updated multiple times daily for maximum accuracy.

Mapping Service

Provider: Microsoft Azure Maps

High-quality mapping with real-time satellite imagery and detailed geographic data.

Troubleshooting

Location Not Working?

  • • Check permissions: Allow location access in your browser
  • • Enable GPS: Make sure location services are turned on
  • • Try ZIP code: Enter your ZIP code manually as an alternative

Map Not Loading?

  • • Check internet: Ensure stable internet connection
  • • Refresh page: Try reloading the page
  • • Clear cache: Clear browser cache and cookies

No Weather Data?

  • • Valid ZIP: Ensure you entered a valid 5-digit US ZIP code
  • • Service status: Weather service may be temporarily unavailable
  • • Try again: Wait a moment and try your request again

Privacy & Security

Your Privacy

  • • No personal data is stored
  • • Location data is used only for weather lookup
  • • No tracking or analytics cookies
  • • All requests are encrypted (HTTPS)

Data Security

  • • Secure API connections
  • • No data retention policy
  • • Official weather sources only
  • • Regular security updates

Technical Information

Backend

ASP.NET Core MVC with C#

Frontend

Tailwind CSS + HTMX

APIs

NWS Weather + Azure Maps

Need More Help?

Common Issues

Most issues can be resolved by checking your internet connection, allowing location permissions, or trying a different ZIP code.

Still Having Problems?

This weather service is designed to be simple and reliable. Try refreshing the page or checking back later if you encounter any issues.

Built with care for accurate, accessible weather information

PBW Weather Service Helper • Last updated: August 2025