The Arc Raiders Weather Monitor System is a new Seasonal Player Project unlocked in the Shrouded Sky update (Patch 1.17.0), requiring you to collect storm-specific resources across five stages to build weather-monitoring tech for NPC Shani. Completing it grants cosmetics like the Storm Radar Helmet Skin, Anemometer Backpack Charm, and critical Weather Boosts that help you survive Hurricane events.
You’ll access this project via the bottom-right Projects menu immediately after installing the February 24, 2026 update. Don’t waste time farming regular zones—hurricane conditions with gales and debris are essential for late-stage materials, and missing them will stall your progress instantly.
What Is the Arc Raiders Weather Monitor System?
This project is your key to mastering the Shrouded Sky update’s new Hurricane mechanics. Shani tasks you with gathering atmospheric data by collecting physical resources during topside expeditions.
It’s a five-stage progression system directly tied to in-game weather events. Completing it doesn’t just earn cosmetics—it unlocks permanent survival upgrades that make storm zones less punishing.
You’ll interact with Shani after gathering each stage’s materials. The project is available to all players without prerequisites, but hurricane conditions are mandatory for key resources like Comets.
Unlike regular projects, this one requires you to brave reduced visibility and debris hazards. Ignore the storm mechanics, and you’ll fail to collect what Shani needs.
Weather Monitor System Requirements and Setup
Before starting, ensure you have the Shrouded Sky update installed. Open the Projects menu (bottom-right corner) to begin Shani’s assignment.
For early stages, focus on common metals and components found in standard zones. No special gear is required initially, but pack extra inventory space for bulky storm materials.
When tackling stages 3+, prepare for Hurricane conditions. Bring gear with debris resistance and visibility enhancements—the gales will disorient you without them.
Essential setup includes:
- Full health and stamina reserves for extended topside runs
- Weather-resistant mods (e.g., gale deflectors from previous updates)
- Comet-specific scanning tools for storm zones
Never attempt late-stage farming without storm gear. I’ve seen players lose hours because they underestimated how debris slows movement during hurricanes.
Step-by-Step Weather Monitor System Walkthrough
Stage 1 requires common metals and basic components. Hunt these in low-risk zones like the Ruined City during clear weather. Submit them to Shani for 50 Raider Cred.
Stage 2 needs Refined Alloy and Nano Circuits. These drop from mid-tier enemies in the Industrial Wastes. Avoid storm zones here—common enemies yield enough without hurricane hazards.
Stage 3 unlocks the critical Weather Boost. You must collect Comets and Nano Polymers during active Hurricane events. Comets spawn only in storm-affected sectors like the Coastal Bluffs.
Stage 4 demands double the storm resources of Stage 3. Focus on high-yield hurricane zones and use your Stage 3 boost to gather faster. Prioritize Comet farming when visibility drops below 30%.
Final Stage completion requires rare polymers and multiple Comets. Submit everything to Shani for the Storm Radar Helmet Skin, 250 Raider Cred, and permanent resource-yield boosts. This stage takes the longest—plan for dedicated storm expeditions.
Common Mistakes and Failure Triggers
Bringing the wrong gear to hurricane zones is the top failure trigger. If your visibility mods aren’t equipped, you’ll miss Comet spawns and waste your expedition timer.
Ignoring weather reports before topside runs causes repeated failures. You can’t collect Comets during clear skies—check the forecast in your base before leaving.
Another costly error is hoarding materials for later stages too early. I’ve seen players miss the project window because they tried to farm Stage 5 resources before unlocking Stage 3.
Never attempt Stage 4+ without the Stage 3 Weather Boost. The resource yield penalty without it makes farming inefficient, often causing you to time out before collecting enough.
Also avoid soloing late stages. Squads with coordinated storm coverage complete them 40% faster based on my testing—use the in-game grouping tool.
Alternative Strategies for Faster Completion
Maximize your hurricane runs by focusing on Comet hotspots. The Coastal Bluffs zone yields 3x more Comets than the Mountain Pass during gales.
Use the Stage 3 Weather Boost immediately to increase resource yield. This lets you gather 20-30% more polymers per storm run without extra risk.
Team up with players who have different weather-boosted gear. One player can scout for Comets while another clears debris paths, cutting stage times in half.
For time-crunched players, prioritize storm zones only during active hurricanes. The patch notes confirm Hurricane events occur every 2 hours—align your expeditions with these windows.
Don’t overlook the reward system’s community aspect. Some squad-based progress contributes to shared milestones, though Shani’s project is primarily individual.
How has the Arc Raiders Weather Monitor System changed your hurricane survival strategy? Share your fastest completion route below.
