This article provides a complete, practical walkthrough of the Openweathermap Cron Update Scheduled 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:  
   Automate Daily Weather Notifications Using n8n, OpenWeatherMap & Gotify
   
   Meta Description:  
   Learn how to automate daily weather updates using an n8n workflow that fetches the latest weather data from OpenWeatherMap and delivers it to your device via Gotify at 9 AM every day.
   
   Keywords:  
   n8n automation, weather updates, OpenWeatherMap API, Gotify notifications, daily weather alerts, workflow automation, n8n workflow example, n8n tutorial, no-code automation
   
   Third-Party APIs Used:  
   1. OpenWeatherMap API  
   2. Gotify API
   
   Article:
   
   Automate Daily Weather Notifications Using n8n, OpenWeatherMap & Gotify
   
   Staying informed about the weather has never been easier thanks to modern automation tools. If you’re looking to receive daily weather updates straight to your phone or computer, this guide will walk you through creating a powerful yet simple automation using n8n — a popular open-source workflow automation platform.
   
   In this article, we’ll break down a custom workflow that sends you the current temperature in Berlin at 9 AM every day using OpenWeatherMap and Gotify. Whether you’re just getting started with automation or looking to enhance your tool stack, this tutorial covers all the basics while showcasing real-world use cases.
   
   Overview of the Workflow
   
   This n8n workflow consists of three core nodes that work together to fetch weather data and send you a notification:
   
   1. Cron Node – Triggers the workflow daily at 9 AM.
   2. OpenWeatherMap Node – Retrieves the latest weather data.
   3. Gotify Node – Sends the weather notification with the temperature in Celsius.
   
   Here’s how each part of the workflow functions:
   
   Step 1: Cron Node — Scheduling the Automation
   
   The first step in automating your weather alerts is setting a time-based trigger. We use the Cron node in n8n to control when the workflow runs.
   
   In this case, the configuration specifies a daily trigger at 9:00 AM:
   ```json
   "triggerTimes": {
     "item": [
       {
         "hour": 9
       }
     ]
   }
   ```
   
   This means users don't need to manually refresh a weather app each morning. Instead, the information comes to them automatically, right on schedule.
   
   Step 2: OpenWeatherMap Node — Fetching the Weather Data
   
   Once activated by the Cron node, the workflow uses the OpenWeatherMap API to fetch real-time weather data for Berlin.
   
   The node is configured with the following parameter:
   - City Name: berlin
   
   The OpenWeatherMap API responds with a JSON object that includes current temperature, humidity, weather conditions, and more. In our message, we’re specifically extracting the temperature (in Celsius) from:
   ```json
   {{$node["OpenWeatherMap"].json["main"]["temp"]}}
   ```
   
   To use this node, you’ll need an OpenWeatherMap account and an API key, which you set in n8n using openWeatherMapApi credentials.
   
   Step 3: Gotify Node — Delivering the Notification
   
   The final step is delivering the message to your device using Gotify, a self-hosted push notification service. The Gotify node lets us craft a custom message along with a title, and send it to any subscribed device.
   
   The node configuration contains the following message:
   ```plaintext
   Hey! The temperature outside is [X]°C.
   ```
   (X here is dynamically replaced by the actual temperature retrieved from OpenWeatherMap.)
   
   The title for the message is set as:
   ```plaintext
   Today's Weather Update
   ```
   
   Gotify ensures that you receive the update as a real-time notification via the Gotify web app or mobile application.
   
   Customization Ideas
   
   Although this example is focused on Berlin and a daily temperature check, you can customize the workflow for various scenarios:
   - Change the city to match your location
   - Add weather condition summaries (e.g., “cloudy,” “rainy”)
   - Include additional data like wind speed or humidity
   - Adjust the notification time using the Cron node
   
   Benefits of Using n8n for This Workflow
   
   n8n provides a visually intuitive, no-code/low-code interface that enables this kind of automation without much programming experience. Here’s why it’s ideal for this task:
   
   - Open-source and self-hostable
   - Supports complex flows and conditional logic
   - Integrates easily with third-party APIs like OpenWeatherMap and Gotify
   - Improves daily productivity by automating routine tasks
   
   Conclusion
   
   Weather forecasting is a daily essential — whether it's for planning your outfit, deciding when to commute, or scheduling outdoor events. With this n8n workflow setup, you can receive timely and accurate weather updates every morning without lifting a finger. By integrating the OpenWeatherMap and Gotify APIs into your n8n environment, automation becomes seamless and practical.
   
   Whether you’re a hobbyist looking to explore automation or an advanced user aiming to optimize your routine, this workflow is a great real-world example of how powerful and accessible no-code tools like n8n can be.
   
   Get started today by importing this workflow into your n8n instance and enjoying the convenience of a weather forecast delivered straight to your device, every day—automatically.

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.