weather.current
Current weather conditions for a location.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| lat | Yes | ||
| lon | Yes |
Current weather conditions for a location.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| lat | Yes | ||
| lon | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already provide readOnlyHint=true, so the description does not add much. It does not mention rate limits, data freshness, or error behavior. Not contradictory.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
One sentence is concise but at the expense of necessary detail. Could include more information without being verbose.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
The tool is simple but the description omits what the output contains (e.g., temperature, humidity) and parameter constraints. For a commonly needed tool, this is insufficient.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
With 0% schema description coverage, the description adds no meaning to lat and lon beyond 'for a location'. It does not specify decimal degrees format, required ranges, or coordinate system.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the verb (get current), resource (weather conditions), and scope (for a location). It distinguishes from sibling tools like weather.alerts and aqi.current.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives (e.g., forecasts, historical data). The description does not mention exclusions or prerequisites.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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