This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Manual Openweathermap Import Triggered n8n agent. It connects HTTP Request, Webhook across approximately 1 node(s). Expect a Intermediate setup in 15-45 minutes. One‑time purchase: €29.

What This Agent Does

This agent orchestrates a reliable automation between HTTP Request, Webhook, handling triggers, data enrichment, and delivery with guardrails for errors and rate limits.

It streamlines multi‑step processes that would otherwise require manual exports, spreadsheet cleanup, and repeated API requests. By centralizing logic in n8n, it reduces context switching, lowers error rates, and ensures consistent results across teams.

Typical outcomes include faster lead handoffs, automated notifications, accurate data synchronization, and better visibility via execution logs and optional Slack/Email alerts.

How It Works

The workflow uses standard n8n building blocks like Webhook or Schedule triggers, HTTP Request for API calls, and control nodes (IF, Merge, Set) to validate inputs, branch on conditions, and format outputs. Retries and timeouts improve resilience, while credentials keep secrets safe.

Third‑Party Integrations

• HTTP Request
• Webhook

Import and Use in n8n

1. Open n8n and create a new workflow or collection.
2. Choose Import from File or Paste JSON.
3. Paste the JSON below, then click Import.
4. Show n8n JSON

   Title:  
   Automating Real-Time Weather Updates with n8n and OpenWeatherMap
   
   Meta Description:  
   Learn how to create an automated workflow in n8n that retrieves real-time weather data for Berlin using the OpenWeatherMap API. Discover the simplicity and power of visual automation in just a few steps.
   
   Keywords:  
   n8n, weather automation, OpenWeatherMap, real-time weather data, city weather, no-code automation, workflow automation, Berlin weather, public APIs, open-source integration
   
   Third-Party APIs Used:  
   - OpenWeatherMap API
   
   Article:
   
   Automating Weather Updates with n8n and OpenWeatherMap
   
   Staying updated with real-time weather information can be crucial—especially for businesses in logistics, event planning, or travel. Thanks to the rise of automation platforms like n8n, gathering weather data no longer requires writing and maintaining complex scripts. In this article, we'll walk you through a simple n8n workflow that fetches real-time weather data for a specified city—in this case, Berlin, Germany—using the OpenWeatherMap API.
   
   What Is n8n?
   
   n8n is a powerful open-source workflow automation tool that allows you to connect various third-party apps and services with ease. Its visual interface enables users—technical and non-technical alike—to create automated workflows using simple drag-and-drop logic.
   
   What Is OpenWeatherMap?
   
   OpenWeatherMap is a popular API service that provides a wide range of weather data for locations all around the world. It supports current weather, forecasts, and even historical data, making it a jack-of-all-trades for developers and data analysts interested in meteorological data.
   
   Overview of the Workflow
   
   The n8n workflow we’re exploring consists of two nodes:
   
   1. Manual Trigger Node  
   2. OpenWeatherMap Node  
   
   Here’s a breakdown of each step:
   
   1. Manual Trigger
   
   The first node in the workflow is a “Manual Trigger.” This is a built-in n8n node designed to manually initiate the execution of a workflow. When you're building or testing workflows in development mode, a manual trigger lets you run the flow without needing to set up a schedule or webhook.
   
   Node Details:
   - Name: On clicking 'execute'
   - Type: Manual Trigger
   - Function: Initiates the workflow manually
   
   2. OpenWeatherMap Node
   
   The second node is the “OpenWeatherMap” node, which makes a call to the OpenWeatherMap API to retrieve the current weather data. For this example, the city is set to “Berlin, Germany” (`berlin,de`), but this can easily be configured to pull data for any city you wish.
   
   Node Details:
   - Name: OpenWeatherMap
   - Type: OpenWeatherMap API call
   - Parameters: City Name – berlin,de
   - Output: Current temperature, weather condition, humidity, and more (depending on the API plan and node configuration)
   
   The OpenWeatherMap node requires an API key (though none was added in this example, which should be completed before making live requests). The node sends a request to the weather endpoint and processes the returned JSON response, making the data accessible for further use—such as saving it in a database, sending notifications, or triggering condition-based workflows.
   
   How It All Connects
   
   The workflow begins when the user manually executes it. Once the execution starts, the trigger node passes control to the OpenWeatherMap node, which fetches the latest weather data for Berlin. The data can then be viewed directly in the n8n interface or used downstream in the workflow for additional tasks.
   
   Why Use This Workflow?
   
   This simple yet powerful automation has multiple use cases:
   
   - Travel agencies sending weather updates to customers
   - Local event organizers setting up weather alerts
   - Home automation systems adjusting environmental controls based on outdoor conditions
   - Developers prototyping weather-based logic without writing custom scripts
   
   Next Steps and Expanding the Workflow
   
   Though the current setup is basic, it acts as a solid foundation for more complex workflows. Here are some suggestions for enhancement:
   
   - Add a Cron node to automate weather checks at regular intervals.
   - Include a Telegram or Slack node to send weather updates as messages.
   - Store weather info in a Google Sheet or Airtable for record-keeping.
   - Create conditional logic to trigger alerts if certain thresholds are met (e.g., forecast of rain or extreme temperature).
   
   Final Thoughts
   
   This simple workflow showcases the utility and ease of n8n for automating tasks that involve third-party APIs like OpenWeatherMap. In just two nodes, we’ve built an automation that can serve both personal and business needs.
   
   Whether you're a developer looking to streamline workflows, a business owner wanting real-time updates, or just someone who likes to tinker with automation, n8n offers a versatile and low-code environment to bring your ideas to life.
   
   Start experimenting with your own automations today—and never get caught in the rain without warning again!
   
   —  
   Written by Your AI Automation Assistant

5. Set credentials for each API node (keys, OAuth) in Credentials.
6. Run a test via Execute Workflow. Inspect Run Data, then adjust parameters.
7. Enable the workflow to run on schedule, webhook, or triggers as configured.

Tips: keep secrets in credentials, add retries and timeouts on HTTP nodes, implement error notifications, and paginate large API fetches.

Validation: use IF/Code nodes to sanitize inputs and guard against empty payloads.

Why Automate This with AI Agents

AI‑assisted automations offload repetitive, error‑prone tasks to a predictable workflow. Instead of manual copy‑paste and ad‑hoc scripts, your team gets a governed pipeline with versioned state, auditability, and observable runs.

n8n’s node graph makes data flow transparent while AI‑powered enrichment (classification, extraction, summarization) boosts throughput and consistency. Teams reclaim time, reduce operational costs, and standardize best practices without sacrificing flexibility.

Compared to one‑off integrations, an AI agent is easier to extend: swap APIs, add filters, or bolt on notifications without rewriting everything. You get reliability, control, and a faster path from idea to production.

Best Practices

• Credentials: restrict scopes and rotate tokens regularly.
• Resilience: configure retries, timeouts, and backoff for API nodes.
• Data Quality: validate inputs; normalize fields early to reduce downstream branching.
• Performance: batch records and paginate for large datasets.
• Observability: add failure alerts (Email/Slack) and persistent logs for auditing.
• Security: avoid sensitive data in logs; use environment variables and n8n credentials.

FAQs

Can I swap integrations later? Yes. Replace or add nodes and re‑map fields without rebuilding the whole flow.

How do I monitor failures? Use Execution logs and add notifications on the Error Trigger path.

Does it scale? Use queues, batching, and sub‑workflows to split responsibilities and control load.

Is my data safe? Keep secrets in Credentials, restrict token scopes, and review access logs.