weather

Fetch current weather conditions and forecasts from wttr.in or Open-Meteo.

25|2|Updated Nov 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xichan96/cortex --skill weather-xichan96
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: weather
Source: https://github.com/xichan96/cortex/tree/main/examples/agent-skills/skills/weather
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xichan96/cortex --skill weather-xichan96

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill fetches weather information from free services without requiring API keys, enabling quick, accurate forecasts for local planning.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live weather data: retrieve current conditions and short-term forecasts.
  • No API key required: uses free services like wttr.in and Open-Meteo.
  • Easy integration: suitable for automation and quick checks in scripts.

Quick Start

Provide the current weather for a city and receive a concise forecast.

Frequently Asked Questions about weather

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get weather forecasts without an API key?▼

You can get weather forecasts without an API key by using curl to fetch data from public endpoints like wttr.in and Open-Meteo. These services return current conditions and short-term forecasts in text or JSON format.

Can I retrieve current weather conditions using curl?▼

Yes, you can retrieve current weather conditions using curl to query the wttr.in or Open-Meteo endpoints. This approach requires internet access and returns text or JSON data for any supported city.

What is the best way to check weather for automated alerts?▼

The best way to check weather for automated alerts is querying free services like wttr.in or Open-Meteo via curl. This method easily integrates into scripts to fetch current conditions and trigger alerts without API keys.

Does this weather forecast method work for travel planning?▼

Yes, this weather forecast method works for travel planning by fetching short-term forecasts for any city supported by wttr.in or Open-Meteo. You receive concise text or JSON data suitable for quick checks.

Do I need to install any dependencies to fetch weather data?▼

No, you do not need to install dependencies to fetch weather data beyond having curl and internet access. The Skill relies on public weather endpoints like wttr.in and Open-Meteo, requiring no API keys.

What format is the weather data returned in from wttr.in and Open-Meteo?▼

Weather data from wttr.in and Open-Meteo is returned in either text or JSON format. You can use curl to request the specific format needed for your quick checks, travel planning, or automated alerts.