An anemometer is a device used for measuring wind speed and direction. It is also a common weather station instrument.

What instrument measures wind direction?

The wind vane is another weather instrument. This instrument is used to measure the direction of the wind. A wind vane can be made from a variety of materials, but should be heavy enough to withstand strong winds.

Where do you measure wind direction?

Anemometers measure wind speed and wind vanes measure wind direction. A typical wind vane has a pointer in front and fins in back. When the wind is blowing, the wind vane points into the wind. For example, in a north wind, the wind vane points northward.