Guides

In-depth articles connected to UAV Meteo's actual features — not generic filler.

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What Wind Speed Is Safe for Flying a Drone?

Sustained wind, gusts, your drone's manufacturer limit, and UAV Meteo's generic threshold are four different numbers — here's how they relate and which one actually matters for your flight.

Wind Speed vs Gusts: What Drone Pilots Need to Know

Average wind and gusts are rated separately on UAV Meteo for a reason — gusts are usually the more dangerous number for a small drone, and here's the mechanics of why.

Why Wind Can Be Stronger at 120m Than at Ground Level

The wind reading on the ground can be misleading once you climb — UAV Meteo's 10m/80m/120m/180m wind-by-altitude panel exists specifically because of this effect. Here's the meteorology behind it.

How to Read a Weather Forecast Before Flying a Drone

Wind, gusts, precipitation, visibility, temperature, daylight, and the Kp index — a walkthrough of every number that actually matters before a flight, and where to find each one.

What Does the Kp Index Mean for Drone Pilots?

The Kp index measures global geomagnetic activity, not a local flight hazard — here's what it can genuinely tell you about GPS/compass risk, and why it should never be treated as a universal aviation no-fly threshold.

Can You Fly a Drone in the Rain?

Rain can affect electronics, visibility, sensors, flight stability, and battery performance — here's what drone pilots should check before taking off.