WEATHER APPLICATION

Report Submitted to Haldia Institute of

Technology, Haldia

For the award of The Degree

Of

Bachelor of Engineering in

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Prepared by
MD Arif
University Roll No.: 10300220056

ICARE Complex, Hatiberia, Haldia, Dist-Purba Medinipore, WB,

Pin Code – 721657

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We express deep gratitude for enthusiasm and valuable suggestions that I got
from my guide Mr. Himanshu, our trainer and mentor, for successful completion of
the Dissertation report of the project. This was not possible without his invaluable
guidance. Finally, I am thankful to all the people who are related to the project
directly or indirectly.

The satisfaction accompanied by the successful completion of any work would be

deficient without acknowledging the people who made it achievable whose stable
guidance & encouragement as an oasis in the desert.

PROJECT OBJECTIVE
A weather application serves as an accessible platform that provides up-to-date
and accurate meteorological data. It offers instant access to real-time weather
forecasts, enabling users to make informed decisions and plan activities
accordingly. Weather applications play a pivotal role in ensuring public safety by
delivering severe weather alerts and warnings. Users can receive timely
notifications about impending storms, hurricanes, tornadoes, or other hazardous
conditions, allowing them to take necessary precautions and stay out of harm's
way. Individuals rely on weather apps to plan their daily activities effectively.
Whether it's scheduling outdoor events, travel arrangements, or choosing
appropriate attire for the day, having access to weather forecasts helps in making
informed decisions and avoiding inconveniences due to unexpected weather
changes. Farmers, businesses, and various industries heavily depend on weather
forecasts for agricultural planning, resource allocation, and supply chain
management. Accurate weather predictions aid in crop cultivation, harvesting,
and mitigating potential losses due to adverse weather conditions.

However, for implementation purposes, this application will deal with manually
searching using area name.

A weather application allows users to simply type in the area's name and obtain a
detailed weather report for that region. It provides weather information in both
Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F) scales. Additionally, it includes details such as wind
speed, humidity, UV index, sunrise, sunset times, and the probability of weather
conditions.

REQUIREMENTS SPECIFICATION
HARDWARE SPECIFICATION:
Server Side:

Processor: Core i5 processor

RAM: 8 GB

Hard Disk: 30 GB Free space

Client Side:

Processor: Dual Core processor

RAM: 4 GB

Hard Disk: 3 GB Free space

SOFTWARE SPECIFICATION:
Server Side:

Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10, Linux, MAC OS-X

Application: Python, IDE – PyCharm

Library: Python Library tkinter

API: WeatherApp API

Client Side:

Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10, Linux, MAC OS-X

INTRODUCTION
The aim of this project is to design and develop a user-friendly, reliable,
and feature-rich weather application that provides real-time weather
updates and forecasts to users worldwide. The application will utilize
cutting-edge technology and data sources to offer accurate and
personalized weather information to enhance user experience and aid
in better decision-making based on weather conditions.
ADVANTAGES
Accurate and Timely Information: The application offers precise and up-to-date
weather data, aiding users in making informed decisions based on reliable
forecasts.

Customized Location-based Reports: Users can obtain weather details for any
specific area they desire, allowing personalized weather updates based on their
preferences or travel destinations.

Varied Weather Parameters: Providing comprehensive data including wind speed,

humidity, UV index, and sunrise/sunset times aids users in planning outdoor
activities, protecting against sun exposure, and understanding atmospheric
conditions.

User-friendly Interface: A user-centric design ensures easy navigation and

accessibility for individuals of varying technological proficiency.

Alerts and Notifications: The application sends alerts for severe weather
conditions, enabling users to take precautionary measures and stay safe during
adverse situations.
Disadvantages
Dependency on External Data Sources: Reliability can be affected by the accuracy
of the external data sources integrated into the application. Inaccurate data from
these sources may impact the reliability of the forecasts.

Technical Glitches: Any technical issues or bugs within the application could
hinder its performance, leading to delayed or incorrect weather updates.

Limited Accuracy for Long-term Forecasts: While the application provides

accurate short-term forecasts, long-term predictions (beyond a week) may have
reduced accuracy due to the dynamic nature of weather patterns.

Resource Intensive: Real-time data processing and updates might demand

significant resources, potentially affecting the device's battery life and data usage
for mobile users.

Privacy Concerns: Collecting location data for customized weather reports may
raise privacy concerns among users, necessitating transparent and secure data
handling practices.
CONCLUSION

Our journey during this training period showed us the incredible

impact of learning and putting that learning into action. We built a
user-friendly web designed specifically for our department’s needs,
which was a great way to practice what we learned about making
website. We faced challenges but found smart solutions, resulting in a
complete platform for all the information and activities related to our
department. This experience confirmed that knowledge is the key to
making new and useful things, helping us turn what we learned into
something real and helpful. Looking ahead, this project demonstrates
how much we’ve learned and how we can use that knowledge to
make things that really matter.