--- description: The new Capacitor Barometer plugin brings real-time atmospheric pressure monitoring to your Capacitor apps on Android and iOS. title: Announcing the Capacitor Barometer Plugin - Capawesome image: https://capawesome.io/docs/assets/images/social/blog/announcing-the-capacitor-barometer-plugin.png --- [ Skip to content](#announcing-the-capacitor-barometer-plugin) [ πŸ” Introducing the **Capacitor Vault** plugin β€” store secrets behind biometrics or a device passcode.](/blog/announcing-the-capacitor-vault-plugin/) * [ SDKs ](/docs/sdks/) * [ Formbricks ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/formbricks/) * [ Geocoder ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/geocoder/) * [ Google Sign-In ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/google-sign-in/) * [ Grafana Faro ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/grafana-faro/) * [ libSQL ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/libsql/) * [ Live Update ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/live-update/) * [ Managed Configurations ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/managed-configurations/) * [ Media Session ](/docs/sdks/capacitor/media-session/) * 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This plugin enables precise barometric measurements in hectopascals (hPa) with support for real-time updates and sensor availability detection across Android and iOS platforms. The plugin is now available for all Capawesome [Insiders](/docs/insiders/). Whether you're building weather applications, altitude tracking systems, or environmental monitoring tools, this plugin provides the foundation for atmospheric pressure data integration in your cross-platform apps. ## Installation[ΒΆ](#installation "Permanent link") To install the Capacitor Barometer plugin, please refer to the [Installation](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/#installation) section in the plugin documentation. ## Usage[ΒΆ](#usage "Permanent link") The Capacitor Barometer plugin provides a comprehensive API for atmospheric pressure monitoring with both single measurements and continuous updates. Let's explore the core functionality that makes this plugin essential for environmental sensing applications. ### Checking sensor availability[ΒΆ](#checking-sensor-availability "Permanent link") Before requesting measurements, verify that the device has a barometer sensor using the [isAvailable()](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/#isavailable) method: `[](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-1)import { Barometer } from '@capawesome-team/capacitor-barometer'; [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-2) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-3)const checkBarometerSupport = async () => { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-4) const { isAvailable } = await Barometer.isAvailable(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-5) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-6) if (isAvailable) { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-7) console.log('Barometer sensor is available on this device'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-8) // Proceed with barometer operations [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-9) } else { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-10) console.log('Barometer sensor is not available'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-11) // Handle gracefully or show alternative UI [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-12) } [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-0-13)}; ` This check ensures your app gracefully handles devices without barometer sensors and provides appropriate user feedback. ### Managing permissions[ΒΆ](#managing-permissions "Permanent link") Handle sensor permissions appropriately using the permission methods provided by the plugin: `[](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-1)import { Barometer } from '@capawesome-team/capacitor-barometer'; [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-2) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-3)const handleBarometerPermissions = async () => { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-4) // Check current permission status [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-5) const permissions = await Barometer.checkPermissions(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-6) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-7) if (permissions.sensors !== 'granted') { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-8) // Request permission if not already granted [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-9) const result = await Barometer.requestPermissions(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-10) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-11) if (result.sensors === 'granted') { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-12) console.log('Sensor permission granted'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-13) // Proceed with barometer operations [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-14) } else { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-15) console.log('Sensor permission denied'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-16) // Handle permission denial [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-17) } [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-18) } [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-1-19)}; ` This ensures your app has the necessary permissions to access the barometer sensor, enhancing user trust and compliance with platform guidelines. ### Getting a single measurement[ΒΆ](#getting-a-single-measurement "Permanent link") Use the [getMeasurement()](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/#getmeasurement) method to retrieve the current atmospheric pressure reading from the device's barometer sensor: `[](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-1)import { Barometer } from '@capawesome-team/capacitor-barometer'; [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-2) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-3)const getCurrentPressure = async () => { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-4) try { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-5) const { measurement } = await Barometer.getMeasurement(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-6) console.log('Current pressure:', measurement.pressure, 'hPa'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-7) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-8) // Optional: Calculate relative altitude if available [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-9) if (measurement.relativeAltitude !== undefined) { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-10) console.log('Relative altitude:', measurement.relativeAltitude, 'm'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-11) } [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-12) } catch (error) { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-13) console.error('Failed to get barometer measurement:', error); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-14) } [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-2-15)}; ` The measurement object contains the pressure value in hectopascals, providing you with accurate atmospheric pressure data for your application's needs. ### Real-time measurement updates[ΒΆ](#real-time-measurement-updates "Permanent link") For applications requiring continuous atmospheric pressure monitoring, use the [startMeasurementUpdates()](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/#startmeasurementupdates) method to receive real-time pressure readings: `[](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-1)import { Barometer } from '@capawesome-team/capacitor-barometer'; [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-2) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-3)const startContinuousMonitoring = async () => { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-4) // Listen for measurement updates [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-5) Barometer.addListener('measurementReceived', (event) => { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-6) console.log('New pressure reading:', event.measurement.pressure, 'hPa'); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-7) }); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-8) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-9) // Start receiving measurement updates [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-10) await Barometer.startMeasurementUpdates(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-11)}; [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-12) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-13)const stopContinuousMonitoring = async () => { [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-14) // Stop measurement updates to conserve battery [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-15) await Barometer.stopMeasurementUpdates(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-16) [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-17) // Remove all listeners [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-18) Barometer.removeAllListeners(); [](#%5F%5Fcodelineno-3-19)}; ` Remember to call [stopMeasurementUpdates()](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/#stopmeasurementupdates) when continuous monitoring is no longer needed to preserve device battery life. ## Conclusion[ΒΆ](#conclusion "Permanent link") The [Capacitor Barometer plugin](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/) delivers reliable atmospheric pressure sensing for environmental monitoring, weather applications, and altitude tracking systems. With its intuitive API and cross-platform compatibility, you can easily integrate barometric measurements into your Capacitor applications. Explore the complete [API Reference](/docs/sdks/capacitor/barometer/#api) to discover additional features and configuration options. Have ideas for enhancements [Create a feature request](https://github.com/capawesome-team/capacitor-plugins/issues/new/choose) in our [GitHub repository](https://github.com/capawesome-team/capacitor-plugins). Stay connected with us on [X](https://x.com/capawesomeio) for the latest updates and announcements. June 8, 2026 Back to top