ParaCast

About ParaCast

ParaCast is a dedicated live-monitoring tool built for the paragliding community to track real-time weather conditions and webcam feeds at takeoff and landing sites across Slovenia.

Designed by pilots for pilots, ParaCast helps you make informed, safety-first decisions before you head out to fly.

⚠️ Important Note: ParaCast is a live-observation tool, not a weather forecasting service. Always check local meteorological forecasts and official aviation weather reports to get a complete picture of flying conditions.

🔑 Key Features
📍 Interactive Map & Live Status
Live Weather Stations: View weather station locations directly on the map with real-time data overlays.
Visual Safety Warnings: If wind speeds, gusts, or wind direction exceed safe thresholds for a site, the map icon and details instantly turn red.
Smart Filtering: Hide inactive weather stations (older than 30 minutes) to keep the map clean and focused on live data.
Takeoff & Landing Zones: Quickly locate launch and landing sites on the map.
📊 Detailed Weather & History Graphs
Click on any weather station marker to open a detail view containing:

Altitude of the site
Wind speed & gust velocity
Wind direction (with raw and compass data)
Temperature & solar radiation
Last update timestamp
Time Graphs: Visual history charts showing wind and temperature trends over the past few hours.
📷 Integrated Webcam Feeds
Camera Map Pins: Locate webcams and see their viewing angles directly on the map.
Live Pictures: View the latest webcam snapshot, updated every 5 minutes with timestamp verification.
6-Hour History: Scroll back through a 6-hour visual history of camera snapshots to observe weather trends and cloud development.
⚖️ Disclaimer & Developer Notice
The ParaCast app is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. The developer takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the displayed meteorological data, webcam feeds, or any app misuse. Paragliding is an inherently risky sport; it is assumed that users are certified pilots possessing the knowledge and skills necessary to correctly interpret the data, check official forecasts, and make their own flight decisions.