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Building a Retro Radar Weather Clock With ESP32
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Aug 14, 2026
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🛠 Wiring diagram, mechanical template, source code & flashing guide:
https://www.huyvector.org/clocks/retro-radar-weather-clock
In this project, I built a retro-inspired radar weather clock powered by an ESP32-S3, featuring a rotating radar model and a compact display that shows real-time weather information.
I'll walk you through the electronics, programming, mechanical assembly, and design process behind this unique desktop gadget. The spinning radar creates a cinematic vintage feel while live weather data is retrieved through an online API over Wi-Fi.
Compact, handmade, and functional, it combines retro aesthetics with modern electronics to create a one-of-a-kind desk decoration.
📡 Features:
• Real-time weather updates via API
• Wi-Fi setup through built-in hotspot
• Adjustable radar rotation speed
• Adjustable display brightness
• Custom-built mechanical radar
I share DIY electronics, maker projects, creative gadgets, and engineering builds that combine technology, design, and craftsmanship.
👉 Subscribe to Huy Vector Lab for more DIY electronics and creative projects!
Some of the links in this video are affiliate links — I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase (at no extra cost to you 🥰).
Thank you so much for supporting my channel! 💖
The ambient background music is “Meditation Impromptu 03” by Kevin
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
#DIYElectronics
#ESP32
#RadarClock
#WeatherStation
#HVTLab
#huyvector
https://www.huyvector.org/clocks/retro-radar-weather-clock
In this project, I built a retro-inspired radar weather clock powered by an ESP32-S3, featuring a rotating radar model and a compact display that shows real-time weather information.
I'll walk you through the electronics, programming, mechanical assembly, and design process behind this unique desktop gadget. The spinning radar creates a cinematic vintage feel while live weather data is retrieved through an online API over Wi-Fi.
Compact, handmade, and functional, it combines retro aesthetics with modern electronics to create a one-of-a-kind desk decoration.
📡 Features:
• Real-time weather updates via API
• Wi-Fi setup through built-in hotspot
• Adjustable radar rotation speed
• Adjustable display brightness
• Custom-built mechanical radar
I share DIY electronics, maker projects, creative gadgets, and engineering builds that combine technology, design, and craftsmanship.
👉 Subscribe to Huy Vector Lab for more DIY electronics and creative projects!
Some of the links in this video are affiliate links — I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase (at no extra cost to you 🥰).
Thank you so much for supporting my channel! 💖
The ambient background music is “Meditation Impromptu 03” by Kevin
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
#DIYElectronics
#ESP32
#RadarClock
#WeatherStation
#HVTLab
#huyvector
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