It isn’t that hard to make an electronic rain gauge if you have a steady source of power or you don’t mind changing batteries often. But [Matthew Ford] offers a third option: a simple device ...

It isn’t that hard to make an electronic rain gauge if you have a steady source of power or you don’t mind changing batteries often. But [Matthew Ford] offers a third option: a simple device ...

Find an open area on your lawn and secure the sensor suite between 4- and 6-feet above the ground for the best results. This height is the sweet spot for temperature and rain gauges, though it’s ...