How to connect Open Weather and Zoho Books
Create a New Scenario to Connect Open Weather and Zoho Books
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Open Weather, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Open Weather or Zoho Books will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Open Weather or Zoho Books, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Open Weather Node
Select the Open Weather node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Open Weather
Click on the Open Weather node to configure it. You can modify the Open Weather URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Zoho Books Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Open Weather node, select Zoho Books from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Zoho Books.

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Authenticate Zoho Books
Now, click the Zoho Books node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Zoho Books settings. Authentication allows you to use Zoho Books through Latenode.
Configure the Open Weather and Zoho Books Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Open Weather and Zoho Books Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Open Weather, Zoho Books, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Open Weather and Zoho Books integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Open Weather and Zoho Books (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Open Weather and Zoho Books
Open Weather + Zoho Books + Slack: When Open Weather forecasts heavy rain, a project is automatically created in Zoho Books to schedule roof repairs, and a notification is sent to a designated Slack channel.
Zoho Books + Open Weather + Twilio: When a new sales invoice is created in Zoho Books, the system checks Open Weather for bad weather forecasts. If bad weather is predicted, delaying payments, a Twilio SMS message is sent to remind the customer about the due invoice.
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About Open Weather
Use Open Weather in Latenode to automate weather-based triggers for business logic. Get current conditions or forecasts to adjust marketing campaigns, logistics, or facility management. Unlike standalone apps, Latenode lets you blend weather data with other services, apply custom logic, and scale your automation affordably based on execution time.
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About Zoho Books
Automate Zoho Books tasks inside Latenode. Create invoices, track payments, and manage contacts in response to triggers from other apps. Connect accounting data to your CRM, e-commerce, or marketing platforms with no-code ease. Customize workflows with JavaScript for complex calculations and conditional logic. Pay only for execution time.
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FAQ Open Weather and Zoho Books
How can I connect my Open Weather account to Zoho Books using Latenode?
To connect your Open Weather account to Zoho Books on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Open Weather and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Open Weather and Zoho Books accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate invoicing based on weather conditions?
Yes, you can! Latenode’s flexibility lets you trigger Zoho Books invoice creation based on Open Weather data, like automatically invoicing for snow removal services after a heavy snowfall.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Open Weather with Zoho Books?
Integrating Open Weather with Zoho Books allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically generate invoices when the temperature drops below a certain point.
- Update customer records in Zoho Books with weather-related notes.
- Send weather-triggered discounts to customers in specific locations.
- Create tasks in Zoho Books to prepare for weather-related service calls.
- Log weather conditions relevant to service delivery directly into Zoho Books.
How reliable is Open Weather data when used in Latenode automations?
Latenode offers robust error handling and data validation features, ensuring reliable Open Weather data usage in your Zoho Books automations.
Are there any limitations to the Open Weather and Zoho Books integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Real-time weather data depends on Open Weather’s API availability.
- Customization of invoice templates may require JavaScript knowledge.
- Complex conditional logic could impact workflow execution speed.