visual-crossing-weather

Test Report

Evaluation

Total Score: 6/10

Evaluation Summary

• Strengths:
• 1. Completeness:
• • The agent generally provides detailed weather forecasts and historical data, including temperature, conditions, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation.
• 2. Usefulness / Clarity:
• • Information is often presented in a clear tabular format, making it easy to read and understand.
• 3. Transparency:
• • The agent communicates clearly when encountering errors or issues in data retrieval.
• Weaknesses:
• 1. Accuracy/Correctness:
• • There are discrepancies in temperature data and omissions of severe weather alerts, which affect the reliability of the information.
• • Character encoding issues (e.g., "°F") can lead to confusion.
• 2. Consistency with Claimed Capabilities:
• • The agent sometimes fails to deliver on its claimed capabilities, particularly in retrieving historical weather data.
• 3. Contextual Information:
• • The agent often lacks contextual information, such as severe weather alerts or recent weather events, which could be crucial for users.
• 4. Unit Appropriateness:
• • The use of non-metric units in regions where the metric system is standard can be confusing for users.
• Suggestions for Improvement:
• • Enhance data accuracy and ensure information is sourced from reliable and up-to-date sources.
• • Correct character encoding issues to improve clarity.
• • Include severe weather alerts and contextual information to provide a more comprehensive response.
• • Use appropriate units based on the location's standard measurement system.
• Final Score:
• Given the strengths in completeness and clarity but considering the significant weaknesses in accuracy, consistency, and contextual information, the final score is 6 out of 10.

• Test case 1

  Score: 5/10

  What is the hourly weather forecast for New York City for the next 24 hours?

  Here's the hourly weather forecast for New York City for the next 24 hours:

  Time (UTC-4)	Temperature (°F)	Conditions	Humidity (%)	Wind Speed (mph)	Precipitation (in)
  2025-06-24 15:00	98.0	Clear	33.7	6.9	0.00
  2025-06-24 16:00	99.1	Clear	34.0	6.9	0.00
  2025-06-24 17:00	98.0	Clear	34.9	8.1	0.00
  2025-06-24 18:00	98.0	Clear	35.5	8.1	0.00
  2025-06-24 19:00	96.0	Clear	36.9	6.9	0.00
  2025-06-24 20:00	92.9	Clear	38.7	5.8	0.00
  2025-06-24 21:00	90.1	Clear	43.6	5.8	0.00
  2025-06-24 22:00	89.0	Clear	47.1	5.8	0.00
  2025-06-24 23:00	89.0	Clear	49.3	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 00:00	88.1	Clear	52.0	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 01:00	87.0	Clear	54.5	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 02:00	85.0	Clear	57.8	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 03:00	83.0	Clear	60.9	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 04:00	81.9	Clear	64.2	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 05:00	81.1	Clear	65.3	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 06:00	81.1	Clear	66.9	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 07:00	81.9	Clear	62.3	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 08:00	85.0	Clear	58.9	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 09:00	85.9	Clear	54.0	4.7	0.00
  2025-06-25 10:00	90.1	Clear	50.1	5.8	0.00
  2025-06-25 11:00	92.0	Clear	47.1	5.8	0.00
  2025-06-25 12:00	92.9	Clear	45.8	6.9	0.00
  2025-06-25 13:00	94.0	Clear	44.3	6.9	0.00
  2025-06-25 14:00	94.0	Clear	42.7	6.9	0.00
  2025-06-25 15:00	94.9	Partially cloudy	45.4	6.9	0.01

  This forecast shows a high temperature of around 99°F and a low around 63°F, with clear to partially cloudy conditions. There is a slight chance of precipitation later in the day. If you need further details or a specific time frame, let me know!

  1. The answer provides a detailed hourly forecast for the next 24 hours, including temperature, conditions, humidity, wind speed, and precipitation.

  2. The information is presented in a clear tabular format, making it easy to read and understand.

  1. The forecasted temperatures are significantly higher than those reported by reputable sources. For instance, the answer mentions temperatures reaching up to 99°F, whereas the National Weather Service reported a high of 99°F for New York City on June 24, 2025. (reuters.com)

  2. The forecast does not mention the Extreme Heat Warning in effect until 8:00 PM EDT on June 24, 2025, which is crucial information for residents. (reuters.com)

  3. While the agent claims to provide accurate weather forecasts, the discrepancies in temperature and omission of severe weather alerts indicate a gap in delivering precise and comprehensive information.

• Test case 2

  Score: 2/10

  What was the weather like in Tokyo, Japan, on October 1, 2023? Please provide the daily summary including temperature, conditions, and any significant weather events.

  It seems there was an error while trying to retrieve the historical weather data for Tokyo, Japan, on October 1, 2023. I'll try again to get that information for you. Please hold on for a moment. It appears that I'm still encountering an error while attempting to retrieve the historical weather data for Tokyo on October 1, 2023. Unfortunately, I may not be able to access that specific data at the moment.

  If you're looking for specific information or have another date or location in mind, please let me know, and I'll do my best to assist you!

  1. The agent clearly communicates the issue encountered while attempting to retrieve the historical weather data for Tokyo on October 1, 2023.

  2. The agent invites the user to request information for other dates or locations, maintaining engagement despite the inability to provide the requested data.

  1. The agent fails to deliver the specific historical weather data requested, which is a significant shortcoming given its claimed capabilities.

  2. The response lacks any weather information for the specified date and location, leaving the user's query entirely unaddressed.

  3. The agent claims to have access to historical weather data but is unable to provide it in this instance, indicating a discrepancy between its stated capabilities and actual performance.

  4. While the agent's communication about the error is clear, the overall response is not useful to the user due to the absence of the requested information.

• Test case 3

  Score: 7/10

  What is the 7-day weather forecast for Sydney, Australia, starting from today? Please include daily temperature highs and lows, conditions, and any precipitation chances.

  Here's the 7-day weather forecast for Sydney, Australia, starting from today, June 25, 2025:

  Weather Forecast

  Date	Conditions	High (°F)	Low (°F)	Precipitation Chance (%)
  June 25	Clear	61.8	49.0	0.0
  June 26	Partially Cloudy	56.6	45.9	3.2
  June 27	Partially Cloudy	59.1	47.6	25.8
  June 28	Partially Cloudy	60.7	46.5	9.7
  June 29	Clear	65.9	49.0	29.0
  June 30	Partially Cloudy	60.9	50.6	48.4
  July 1	Overcast	55.5	53.3	48.4

  Summary

  • Today, expect clear skies with a high of 61.8°F and a low of 49.0°F.
  • The weather will be partially cloudy for the next few days, with a slight chance of precipitation increasing towards the end of the week.
  • The highest temperature during this period will be on June 29, reaching 65.9°F.

  Let me know if you need any more details or information!

  1. The answer provides a detailed 7-day weather forecast for Sydney, Australia, including daily high and low temperatures, weather conditions, and precipitation chances.

  2. The information is presented in a clear tabular format, making it easy to read and understand.

  1. The forecasted temperatures and conditions are generally consistent with typical weather patterns for Sydney in June. However, the precipitation chances are not specified in the provided data, which could lead to inaccuracies.

  2. The agent claims to provide accurate weather forecasts but has previously encountered issues with data retrieval and accuracy, as noted in prior evaluations.

• Test case 4

  Score: 7/10

  What was the hourly weather in Paris, France, on June 23, 2025? Please provide details on temperature, conditions, and any precipitation that occurred throughout the day.

  Here is the hourly weather data for Paris, France, on June 23, 2025, including temperature, conditions, and precipitation:

  Time (UTC+2)	Temperature (°C)	Conditions	Precipitation (mm)
  00:00	22.0	Clear	0.0
  01:00	21.9	Clear	0.0
  02:00	21.7	Clear	0.0
  03:00	20.6	Clear	0.0
  04:00	19.6	Clear	0.0
  05:00	18.4	Partially cloudy	0.0
  06:00	17.9	Clear	0.0
  07:00	17.9	Overcast	0.0
  08:00	18.5	Overcast	0.0
  09:00	19.2	Overcast	0.0
  10:00	19.4	Overcast	0.0
  11:00	19.4	Rain, Overcast	0.02
  12:00	20.7	Overcast	0.0
  13:00	21.1	Overcast	0.0
  14:00	22.8	Overcast	0.0
  15:00	23.5	Overcast	0.0
  16:00	24.6	Overcast	0.0
  17:00	24.7	Overcast	0.0
  18:00	24.9	Clear	0.0
  19:00	25.0	Clear	0.0
  20:00	24.3	Clear	0.0
  21:00	23.1	Clear	0.0
  22:00	21.2	Clear	0.0
  23:00	19.0	Clear	0.0

  Summary:

  • The day started with clear skies and a temperature around 22°C.
  • There was some rain recorded around 11:00 AM with a precipitation of 0.02 mm.
  • The temperature peaked at around 25°C in the evening, with mostly clear conditions.

  If you need more details or specific data, feel free to ask!

  1. The answer provides a detailed hourly breakdown of temperature, weather conditions, and precipitation for Paris on June 23, 2025.

  2. The information is presented in a clear tabular format, making it easy to read and understand.

  1. The temperatures are presented in degrees Celsius, but the symbol appears as "°C," indicating a character encoding issue.

  2. The precipitation amount is listed as "0.02 mm" at 11:00 AM, which is an extremely small amount, potentially indicating a trace amount of rain. This could be clarified for better understanding.

  3. The agent claims to provide accurate weather data but has previously encountered issues with data retrieval and accuracy, as noted in prior evaluations.

• Test case 5

  Score: 6/10

  What is the 3-day weather forecast for Cape Town, South Africa, starting from tomorrow? Please provide daily temperature highs and lows, conditions, and any precipitation chances.

  It seems there was an error when trying to retrieve the weather forecast. Let me try again to get the 3-day weather forecast for Cape Town, South Africa, starting from tomorrow. I'll check the forecast data once more. I've successfully retrieved the 3-day weather forecast for Cape Town, South Africa, starting from tomorrow. Here are the details:

  Weather Forecast

  June 25, 2025 (Tomorrow)

  • Condition: Rain, Overcast
  • High Temperature: 56.0°F (approximately 13.3°C)
  • Low Temperature: 53.9°F (approximately 12.2°C)
  • Precipitation: 1.73 inches
  • Chance of Precipitation: 100%
  • Wind Speed: 19.8 mph

  June 26, 2025 (Day After Tomorrow)

  • Condition: Rain, Overcast
  • High Temperature: 55.5°F (approximately 13.1°C)
  • Low Temperature: 51.7°F (approximately 10.9°C)
  • Precipitation: 0.63 inches
  • Chance of Precipitation: 100%
  • Wind Speed: 12.6 mph

  June 27, 2025

  • Condition: Rain, Overcast
  • High Temperature: 53.5°F (approximately 11.9°C)
  • Low Temperature: 51.7°F (approximately 10.9°C)
  • Precipitation: 0.19 inches
  • Chance of Precipitation: 58.1%
  • Wind Speed: 9.6 mph

  Summary

  The forecast indicates overcast conditions with rain expected on the first two days, and cooler temperatures throughout. Be prepared for significant rainfall, especially on June 25th.

  If you need any more information or further assistance, feel free to ask!

  1. The answer provides a detailed 3-day weather forecast for Cape Town, South Africa, including daily high and low temperatures, weather conditions, precipitation amounts, chance of precipitation, and wind speed.

  2. The information is presented in a clear and organized manner, making it easy for the user to understand the forecast.

  1. The forecasted temperatures are presented in Fahrenheit with the symbol "°F," indicating a character encoding issue. This could lead to confusion for users expecting the correct symbol.

  2. The precipitation amounts are provided in inches, which may not be familiar to users in South Africa who typically use the metric system.

  3. The forecast does not mention the recent severe weather events in South Africa, such as the floods that occurred in June 2025, which could be relevant to the user. (en.wikipedia.org)

  4. The agent claims to provide accurate weather forecasts but has previously encountered issues with data retrieval and accuracy, as noted in prior evaluations.