Plan the climb, not the forecast

Hang the lights when the weather is right.

Find calm, dry, daylight windows in the next 7 days—so your outdoor decorating starts with a smarter plan.

✓ No signup✓ Location is never stored✓ Free NWS forecast

Find my best windows

Set your job length and cold-weather comfort level.

1 · Time needed
35°F

Most precise: street + city + state. ZIP is optional.
Quick search: enter a city + state or a 5-digit ZIP; we’ll find the closest match.

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U.S. locations only · Address and coordinates are not stored

Your best installation windows

Choose your settings and share your location to check the next 7 days.

Simple recommendations for one installation
Ready when you are.We’ll compare daylight, rain, wind and temperature hour by hour.

Times to avoid

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High windGusts and ladders are a poor pairing.
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Wet conditionsKeep electrical connections away from moisture.

Before you climb

01Use a stable ladder on level, dry ground and keep three points of contact.
02Choose outdoor-rated lights, clips and extension cords. Inspect them before use.
03Stop if conditions change, surfaces feel slick or the work feels unsafe.

This tool is for planning only. Forecasts change and cannot determine whether conditions are safe for you, your property or your equipment. Follow manufacturer guidance and local safety recommendations.

One official source.
One clear answer.

No weather mashups, accounts or location history.

01Locate

Your browser shares coordinates only for this forecast request.

02Compare

Each hour is scored for rain, wind, temperature, daylight and active alerts.

03Plan

You get the three strongest continuous windows for the job length you chose.

Forecast changed?

Run a fresh check before you set up the ladder.