Weather

Weather is a mechanic in Breath of the Wild.^[1]

Overview

Weather is indicated by a forecast in the bottom right corner of the screen. When opened to the Map, the Sheikah Slate can also display the current Weather. Every four in-game hours, the Weather of a given area will change.

Heat

Extreme Heat is a Temperature level. During high levels of Heat, Link will overheat and start to take damage. Its effects can be mitigated with Armor Sets or Food that provide Heat Resistance.

Rain

While it is Raining, Link will slip when climbing, consuming Stamina. Rain also puts out any exposed Fires.

Sandstorm

Sandstorms are Weather events exclusive to the Gerudo Desert.

Scorching Climate

The only Scorching Climate is located in the Eldin Canyon and the areas surrounding Death Mountain. In a Scorching Climate, wooden Weapons will burn. Link can avoid taking damage by drinking Fireproof Elixirs or wearing pieces of Fireproof Armor.

Snow

Snow occurs at high elevations, such as Mount Lanayru and the Hebra Mountains.

Temperature

Temperature is a fluctuating type of Weather that includes Heat, Scorching Climates, and Freezing Climate. It can be monitored from the Sheikah Slate.

Thunderstorm

Thunderstorms include the effects of Rain, in addition to many natural Lightning strikes. These Lightning strikes are attracted to equipment and Weapons made of metal.