I’ve been diving into the world of smart home automation, and I must say, it’s been an exciting journey! One of the most fascinating projects I’ve undertaken is automating the timings for our old storage heaters based on weather forecasts. After some trial and error, I discovered that AccuWeather provides a convenient min and max temperature for each daily forecast, which was exactly what I needed.Here’s how it works: I set up an automation that triggers at 1:30 AM every day. It checks the maximum temperature forecast for the day and adjusts the storage heater accordingly. For example, if the max temperature is below 5°C, the heater turns on at 2:41 AM. If it’s between 5°C and 10°C, it turns on at 3:41 AM, and so on. This ensures that the heater runs optimally based on the weather conditions, saving energy and keeping our home cozy.I’m still tweaking the timings to get everything just right, but the initial results are promising. It’s amazing how integrating weather data with smart home devices can create such a seamless and efficient system. If anyone has tips or suggestions to improve this setup, I’d love to hear them!This project has not only helped me understand the capabilities of smart home automation but also highlighted the importance of choosing the right tools and data sources. It’s a great reminder that a little research and experimentation can lead to some pretty cool solutions. Happy automating everyone!