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QWeather

Location-based weather data.

QWeather API is a free Weather API that requires apiKey authentication, is served over HTTPS and supports CORS, so it can be called from the browser.

Authentication
apiKey
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes
Category
Weather
Visit documentation ↗dev.qweather.com

About QWeather Developers

QWeather provides global weather data services for developers and enterprise users, supporting weather API, weather widget, open source weather APP, weather SDKs and other development tools. Our weather data includes weather warning, real-time weather and forecast, air quality AQI, typhoon, tide, s…

Provider
QWeather Developers
Website
dev.qweather.com ↗

Details from dev.qweather.com.

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QWeather API FAQ

Who provides the QWeather API?

The QWeather API is provided by QWeather Developers (dev.qweather.com). QWeather provides global weather data services for developers and enterprise users, supporting weather API, weather widget, open source weather APP, weather SDKs and other development tools. Our weather data includes weather warning, real-time weather and forecast, air quality AQI, typhoon, tide, s…

Is the QWeather API free?

Yes. The QWeather API is listed in the Weather category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the QWeather API require an API key?

Yes. The QWeather API uses apiKey authentication, so you need to register for credentials before making requests.

Can I call the QWeather API from the browser?

Yes. The QWeather API supports CORS, so front-end JavaScript can call it directly.

Does the QWeather API support HTTPS?

Yes. The QWeather API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.