Starlink: How Weather Affects Its Performance

Starlink, a satellite internet service, keeps working even when it's cloudy. Users report steady speeds, with some testing it during thunderstorms and still getting over 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. During light rain and cloudy conditions, performance stays solid, around 200 Mbps.

The Starlink dish has a built-in heater to deal with snow, melting up to 1. 5 inches per hour for the Standard model and 3 inches for the High Performance model. Even while it's snowing, speeds can remain around 100 Mbps. It works in temperatures from -22°F to 122°F and wind speeds up to 174 mph, depending on the model. However, severe weather can cause slow speeds or temporary losses. Some users report losing connection during heavy rain, but the service recovers once the rain stops. While Starlink handles many weather conditions, it's important to know its limits.

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