Cycling weather by hour — see conditions as you ride
Hourly weather matters for cycling because conditions change as you move — and as time passes. The wind at 9 am is different from the wind at 2 pm. The temperature at km 20 is different from km 80. RouteWeather combines both dimensions: where you are AND when you get there.
See wind, rain and temperature along every kilometre of your route — not just at the start.
Why a city forecast isn't enough
A standard hourly forecast shows you weather for one location over time. But on a long ride you're also moving through space — and conditions at your destination might be completely different when you arrive than they are now. RouteWeather calculates expected conditions based on your start time and estimated pace, so the forecast reflects what you'll actually experience.
What changes along a long route
- Wind speed and direction change across passes and valleys
- Temperature drops ~6–7 °C per 1000 m of elevation gain
- Rain and storm timing differs from city to mountain
- Your start time determines whether you ride into headwind or tailwind
- Weather windows shift depending on how long your ride takes
See it in action
See hourly weather on your routeFrequently asked questions
Why does hourly weather matter for cycling?
Your ride takes time — sometimes many hours. Wind conditions at 9 am are often different from conditions at 2 pm as heating and sea breezes kick in. Rain systems move. Temperature peaks in early afternoon. Hourly positioning — where you'll be at each hour — transforms your ability to plan a ride around the weather.
How does RouteWeather calculate hourly weather along my route?
RouteWeather takes your start time and estimated riding pace, then maps hourly weather forecasts to the location on your route where you're expected to be at each hour. This gives you a combined time-and-location weather picture that standard apps can't provide.
Does weather change along a long route?
Both over time and over distance — hourly cycling weather accounts for both. By overlaying conditions along your GPS line with time-adjusted forecasts, you see the full picture of what each part of your ride will actually feel like.