Dark Sky - Weather Prediction, Reinvented

A project in Troy, NY by Adam Grossman & Jack Turner
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Down-to-the-minute weather prediction for your exact location. Accompanied by stunning high-resolution radar animations.
Backers: 1203
Average Pledge Per Backer: $33

Funded: $39,376 of $35,000
Dates: Oct 26th -> Nov 30th (36 days)
Project By: Adam Grossman & Jack Turner
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