Weather in Zelda Breath Of The Wild (BotW). Learn the different weather conditions, how to change weather, countermeasures against weather effects and tips on weather forecast use.
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Weather Effects
Weather Type Effects
| Weather | Impact |
|---|---|
| Sunny | None |
| Cloudy | None |
| Rain | Fire immediately goes out even if you try to light it again. Bomb Arrow cannot be used. May slip when climbing cliffs. May be harder to spot by Enemies. Raises the electric types attribute of weapons and effects. |
| Thunderstorm | If you are wielding a metal weapon or armor, lightning may directly strike you in addition to being affected by thunderstorms or rain. |
| Snow | Poor visibility |
Also Affects The Spawning Of Creatures Such As Fish
Some fish and other creatures will only appear under specific weather conditions. Additionally, they may be more likely to appear after certain weather conditions, along with insects and other creatures.
Different Regions Have Different Weather Patterns
The probabilities of the weather appearing are not constant throughout the region. For example, the Gerudo Desert area is characterized by the fact that it never rains.
How To Get Heat ResistanceCountermeasure Vary Depending On The Current Weather Or Temperature
| Countermeasures | Location |
|---|---|
| Heat (fire resistant) | Around Eldin Volcano |
| Heat (heat resistance) | Daytime in the desert region of Gerudo |
| Cold (hardiness) | High altitude areas such as the mountains of Hebra Gerudo desert at night |
You'll Receive Continuous Damage If You Don't Take Countermeasures
In addition to the weather, it is necessary to take measures against the climate depending on the specific region or place. "In the case of Eldin's volcanic region, it is important to be careful as wooden objects can burn and break, in addition to the damage caused by heat.
| Related Countermeasure Articles | |
|---|---|
| Cold And Heat Resistance | Shock Resistance |
How To Change The Weather
Advance Time At Bonfires And Stable
If you want to change the weather, you need to advance the time in the game. You can change the weather by passing some time by sitting by a bonfire or staying at an stable.
Weather Does Not Always Change
If the same weather continues, it will not change even if you pass some time. There is a forecast at the bottom right of the screen, so change the time again while looking at it.
Wait Until The Weather Changes
Time Required
| In-Game Time | 3 hours |
| Real Time | 3 minutes |
The weather changes every 3 hours in-game which is equivalent to 3 minutes in real time. Wait for a few minutes if you can't pass some time with a bonfire or something.
BoTW Useful Guides and Articles
Early Game Guide
