Skip to content
Join our Discord for updates & support Discord

Realistic Weather System – Accurate Rain & Storm Effects V3.0

—/5, 0 ratings

Your rating

Creator: Lionv8

File verified — safe
All 74 security engines found this file clean.
Last checked: 2026-10-26
Security report

Features:

  • Compatible with game version 1.61
  • 10 unique rain and thunder intensity types
  • Realistic thunderstorm probability based on real data
  • More raindrops with realistic textures on windshield
  • Accurate rain probabilities by geographic region
  • Realistic wind speed simulation
  • Realistic road slipperiness during rain
  • Detailed simulation of light to severe thunderstorms
  • Realistic raindrop size and physics
  • Improved car splash textures
  • Realistic mist effects
  • Reduced rain streak effect on screen

Realistic Weather System 3.0 is a detailed weather overhaul that brings more authentic rain, thunderstorm, and wind behavior into the game. It uses real climate data from ERA5 to simulate how different regions experience precipitation during summer months.

The mod introduces ten distinct rain and thunderstorm intensity levels, improved raindrop physics, and enhanced textures for both windshield rain and road splash effects. Skybox lighting and rain probabilities have been fine-tuned for more immersive weather transitions.

This update refines the geographic accuracy of climate zones and updates data ranges to reflect ongoing climate trends from 2000 to 2026. It is intended for players who want a more realistic and immersive driving atmosphere, especially during stormy or rainy conditions.

Note: this mod is not compatible with other graphics, weather, rain, or seasonal overhaul mods.

✅ Description reviewed by the CrashMods Team

Changelog

V3.0:
- Compatible with game version 1.61
- Redefined climate zone regions with more accurate data
- Redone rain probabilities using ERA5 database
- Improved thunderstorm probabilities using ERA5 data
- Enhanced raindrop physics on windshield
- Adjusted skybox lighting for one bad weather type
- Minor tweaks to rain intensity levels
- Fixed issues caused by the weather editor
- Updated rain and thunderstorm data to include June-August 2000-2026
- Changed recommended rain probability to 21%
Frequently asked questions6 questions

Realistic Weather System – which game and version is it for?

This mod was made for American Truck Simulator (game version: 1.61.x). The mod's own version: V3.0. After a major game update, older mods may stop working — check the version before installing.

Realistic Weather System – how do I install it?

Copy the .scs or .zip file to the Documents/American Truck Simulator/mod folder, then enable it in your profile's Mod Manager.

Is the download safe?

We checked the file with VirusTotal: none of the 74 antivirus engines flagged it. The full report opens from the "Verified" badge on the mod's page.

How big is the download?

The mod's file size is about 862.0 KB.

Realistic Weather System – who made it?

The mod's original creator: Lionv8.

Is the mod free?

Yes, downloading from CrashMods is free; registration is not required.

Download Get the latest version of this mod and enjoy!

Latest Mod version: V3.0 American Truck Simulator 1.61.x 16 hours ago 862.0 KB
Realistic Weather System – Accurate Rain & Storm Effects V3.0 862.0 KB American Truck Simulator Download File

The file is on ModsDrop, our own storage.

  • Scannedwith VirusTotal
  • EU serversFast & reliable
  • Free downloadNo registration needed
  • Latest versionAlways up to date

More American Truck Simulator Realism mods

Uploaded by

RavenByte73
  • 2,404 mod
  • 1 follower
  • 4,968 download
  • Registered 4 months ago

Community screenshots

Screenshots from players using this mod. Add yours — images only (JPG, PNG, WebP).

No community screenshots yet — be the first!

Leave a comment