📊 Real-time ISS overhead alert with weather check and multi-channel notifications
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Description
Get notified when the International Space Station passes over your location - but only when you can actually see it! This workflow combines real-time ISS tracking with weather condition checks to send you alerts at the perfect moment for observation.
Who is this for
- Space enthusiasts and astronomy hobbyists who want to spot the ISS
- Parents looking to share exciting science moments with their kids
- Remote workers who want a unique break reminder
- Educators creating engaging science experiences
What this workflow does
- Tracks ISS position every 10 minutes using the Open Notify API
- Calculates distance and direction from your location using the Haversine formula
- Checks weather conditions via OpenWeatherMap to determine if ISS will be visible
- Provides observation guidance including compass direction, elevation angle, and viewing tips
- Includes crew information showing who is currently aboard the ISS
- Sends multi-channel alerts to Discord, Telegram, and Gmail simultaneously
How to set up
- Configure your location in the Calculate Distance and Direction node
- Add OpenWeatherMap credentials (free tier available)
- Set up at least one notification channel (Discord, Telegram, or Gmail)
- Activate the workflow
Requirements
- OpenWeatherMap API key (free)
- At least one notification channel configured
🔗 Nodes Used
Google Sheets, HTTP Request, Slack, Telegram, Discord, Google Calendar
📥 Import
Download workflow.json and import into n8n:
Workflow menu → Import from File