Ambient Weather Monitoring
At Thomson Environmental Systems (TES), we are experts in delivering precise, high-grade ambient weather station solutions to suit your operational and regulatory requirements. TES has the capacity and weather-sensing instruments to help you meet your needs, whether you need small micro systems for particular purposes or large-scale installations to cover Australian Standards, EPA requirements or Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) regulations.
Why Monitor Ambient Weather?
Monitoring ambient weather is essential for ensuring public safety, protecting the environment and supporting critical sectors such as agriculture, transport and energy. It enables early warnings for severe weather events like storms and heatwaves, helping communities prepare and respond effectively. Accurate weather data also guides farmers in making informed decisions to maximise crop yields and reduce losses.
In urban planning and infrastructure, weather monitoring ensures that designs account for local conditions, improving resilience. Additionally, sectors like aviation and renewable energy depend on real-time weather insights for safe and efficient operations. Ambient weather data also plays a vital role in environmental research, air quality monitoring and climate studies.
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Instruments for Measuring Ambient Weather
Reliable environmental monitoring is based on accurate ambient weather data. TES has high-quality weather sensors to measure important variables like temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, rainfall, wind direction and speed, evaporation, lightning detection, cloud information and solar radiation. TES offers adaptable ambient weather station solutions to meet the unique conditions and compliance requirements of your site, with options ranging from single small sensors to entire stations.
Lufft Weather Sensors
Compact, robust and maintenance-free, Lufft All-in-One Weather Sensors deliver accurate, real-time environmental measurements and ambient weather data with no moving parts. High-accuracy sensors track vital parameters like wind direction and speed, temperature, relative humidity, atmospheric pressure, precipitation, solar radiation and lightning — all in a single instrument. Ideal for harsh environments and long-term deployments, it provides you with a low-maintenance, dependable ambient temperature monitor for professional meteorological use.
Met Master Pro 1000 Data Logger
Compact, robust and maintenance-free, Lufft All-in-One Weather Sensors deliver accurate, real-time environmental measurements and ambient weather data with no moving parts. High-accuracy sensors track vital parameters like wind direction and speed, temperature, relative humidity, atmospheric pressure, precipitation, solar radiation and lightning — all in a single instrument. Ideal for harsh environments and long-term deployments, it provides you with a low-maintenance, dependable ambient temperature monitor for professional meteorological use.
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TES Australian Standards Weather Station
TES offers and installs fully customisable automatic ambient weather stations compliant with Australian and EPA standards and the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Designed to be accurate, tough and straightforward, the TES Australian Standards Weather Station is ideal for compliance monitoring, environmental monitoring and site management in numerous industries.
Each ambient weather station is customised to your site's specific needs, using high-quality hardware like the Lufft Smart Weather Sensors and the Met Master Pro 1000 Data Logger.
Measured Meteorological Parameters
- Wind Speed and Direction
- Ambient Temperature
- Relative Humidity
- Barometric Pressure
- Precipitation (Rainfall)
- Solar Radiation
- Lightning Detection
Core Components
- Lufft All-in-One Smart Weather Sensors – Maintenance-free with no moving parts
- Met Master Pro 1000 Data Logger – Plug-and-play functionality with CSV output and remote control
- 10m Mast (custom options available) – Compliant with regulatory standards
- Modem with SMS Alerts – Enables real-time remote access and notifications
- Mains or Solar Power Options – Flexible for fixed or remote locations
Applications
- Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (AAQMS)
- Industrial and Mining Site Compliance
- Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
- Construction and Development Projects
- Government and Research Networks
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Who Needs to Perform Ambient Weather Monitoring?
Environmental management on any site where air is monitored or controlled relies on ambient weather observation. It provides valuable context for pollutant level interpretation and ensures compliance with environmental regulations. With weather measurement equipment monitoring wind speed, direction, temperature and humidity, operators gain a better view of how emissions travel within the air — improving data accuracy, making licence requirements easier and enabling more active site management. Industries and organisations that require ambient weather instruments are:
Mining and Quarrying Operations
To assess wind-driven dust and emission dispersion
Waste Management Facilities
For odour control and compliance reporting
Industrial Sites and Refineries
To monitor atmospheric conditions affecting pollutant transport
Construction & Development Projects
For dust and noise compliance tied to weather conditions
Government Environmental Authorities
As part of air quality monitoring networks
Transport Infrastructure Projects
Such as tunnels, ports and airports, for real-time environmental management
Energy and Power Plants
To support stack emissions modelling and reporting
Environmental Consultants and Researchers
To validate modelling data and support EIS assessments
Agricultural and Odour-Sensitive Operations
To monitor climate variables impacting odour or spray drift and guide farmers on when to plant, irrigate, fertilise or harvest.
Research & Education
To assist with scientific studies and education in climate science, meteorology and environmental monitoring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. All ambient weather monitoring equipment supplied by TES in Australia and New Zealand is fully supported by our team. We have factory-certified engineers and stock spares ready to offer speedy and effective service. TES also offers end-to-end support, incorporating system design, supply, installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance, custom-designed to your site's specific needs.
It's important for your weather measuring instruments to be in the correct spot for dependable and precise weather data. TES conducts site visits by qualified engineers to ascertain the optimal location, in accordance with siting procedures under AS 3580.1.1.
Key considerations include:
- Open airflow: The station should be placed in an open area — away from enclosed corners or spots near walls that might hinder wind.
- Sun or shade: TES weather stations are constructed to measure true temperatures in full sun and shade.
- Avoid artificial heat sources: Place away from heat-emitting devices like air conditioners, chimneys or exhaust vents that will skew readings.
For best results, TES can assist with site-specific recommendations to ensure your station meets regulatory standards and monitoring objectives.
Yes. TES weather stations are designed with integration and flexibility in mind. Our weather sensors use open communication protocols, making them compatible with most commercial dataloggers, PLC systems and a wide range of environmental monitoring platforms.
TES also offers a state-of-the-art data management system that allows you to:
- Remote monitor for real-time data via a secure, cloud-based web portal
- Automatically record key meteorological parameters such as wind direction and speed, temperature, humidity, precipitation, solar radiation and barometric pressure
- Access a simple-to-understand interface with easy-to-interpret visuals and performance metrics
- Receive real-time alerts via SMS or email for site-specific events
- Optimise operations with up-to-date environmental insights
- Customise configurations to suit unique site requirements
- Integrate seamlessly with other monitoring systems such as air quality, noise and water quality stations
Both for upgrading an existing installation and for future expansion, TES provides robust integration capabilities to suit your project.
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