Effortless Weather Data with GraphQL Precision
Tired of bulky REST APIs? With Open Weather Map GraphQL, you can fetch real-time, precise weather data with ease. Instead of making multiple requests, get exactly the data you need—whether it's temperature, humidity, wind speed, or forecasts—using a single GraphQL query.
Gurafu makes weather data retrieval fast, efficient, and developer-friendly. Start using GraphQL for Open Weather Map to build smarter applications today.
Get an API key via RapidAPI and Open Weather Map.
Select only the weather data you need.
Query multiple endpoints in one request.
Test without an API key by using mock responses.
Fetch only the weather data you need.
Minimize response size and optimize performance.
Access multiple data points in one request.
Navigate the large Open Weather Map API with ease using our GraphQL schema. Learn more about Open Weather Map GraphQL API.
Use our types library to manage results effortlessly. The more you use it, the better the coverage!
Test your queries without using your Open Weather Map quota with our mock responses.
See how Gurafu’s GraphQL API stacks up against traditional REST APIs.
| Feature | OpenWeatherMap REST API | Gurafu GraphQL API |
|---|---|---|
| Query Flexibility | Multiple requests for different data | Single query, multiple endpoints |
| Response Size | Large, fixed responses | Optimized, minimal responses |
| Batch Requests | No | Yes |
| Developer Experience | Requires reading docs, predefined endpoints | Self-descriptive schema, auto-completion |
| API Testing & Playground | Postman or CLI required | Live Playground - Test instantly |
| Mock API Mode | Not available | Test without consuming quotas using Mock API Mode |
REST API: Multiple requests for different data.
GraphQL API: Single query, multiple endpoints.
REST API: Large, fixed responses.
GraphQL API: Optimized, minimal responses.
REST API: No.
GraphQL API: Yes.
REST API: Requires reading docs, predefined endpoints.
GraphQL API: Self-descriptive schema, auto-completion.
REST API: Postman or CLI required.
GraphQL API: Live Playground - Test instantly.
REST API: Not available.
GraphQL API: Test without consuming quotas using Mock API Mode.
Here's a quick start guide to get you up and running with the Open Weather Map GraphQL API.
<API_KEY> with your Open Weather Map
appid):
query {
api(appid: "<API_KEY>") {
current(input: { lat: 40.7128, lon: -74.006 }) {
base
visibility
dt
timezone
id
name
main {
temp
feels_like
temp_min
temp_max
temp_kf
}
weather {
id
main
description
icon
}
}
}
}
And there you have it! You've just made your first query to the Open Weather Map GraphQL API. 🎉🌤️
See the Queries and Mutations documentation for more information on how to interact with the API.
Want to try the API without using your Open Weather Map quota? Simply add the following header to your request:
"x-gurafu-mock-mode": "true"
This allows you to test your queries without needing an Open Weather Map API key. Perfect for development and experimentation!
The Open Weather Map GraphQL API allows developers to fetch real-time weather data using GraphQL, offering an easier developer experience.
Unlike traditional REST APIs that return fixed responses, GraphQL enables you to request only the data you need, reducing payload size and improving performance.
Yes, the Open Weather Map GraphQL API offers a free plan with a small number of requests per day. For more requests, you can choose from our Pro, Ultra, and Mega plans.