Weather Cycler
by v_modding
Weather Cycler lets players change the weather and its duration in Survival and Hardcore worlds without typing commands, and it is a Fabric client mod.
What it does
In Survival and Hardcore worlds, Weather Cycler sets how long the weather lasts, with no command input required. Every action is paid for with craftable items, and durability and cooldowns limit how often a weather change can be used, so gameplay stays fair and close to vanilla. The mod is client-side only, so a server does not need it installed.
The mod is published for Fabric, with files for 1.21.5 and 1.21.8. The latest file is 1.1.0 for 1.21.8, and Fabric API is required next to it. The code is released under the MIT License, and the project is not open source.
Key features
Weather changes without commands
A player changes the weather from the held item rather than by typing a command, which suits Hardcore play where commands are off.
Craftable and upgradeable items
Both items are crafted from vanilla materials, and a Netherite Ingot upgrades them, so progression follows the normal item path.
Durability and cooldowns
Each use wears the item down and starts a cooldown, which keeps weather control from being used without limit.
Visual and sound feedback
Unique particles show the weather type and time state, with vanilla-style sounds and an action bar message when a change is made.
Longer weather
A Weather Cycler extends how long the chosen weather lasts, giving players control over duration as well as type.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Hardcore survival
Players in Hardcore worlds, where commands are disabled, can still adjust the weather with crafted items.
Planning builds and travel
Choosing a clear or stormy period in advance helps players time mining, farming or long trips.
Who it’s for: Players who want weather control in Survival or Hardcore worlds without relying on commands, and who prefer item costs and cooldowns to keep the mechanic balanced.
How it compares
Weather Toast runs on the client, uses Fabric for 1.21.3 and is not open source under the MIT License. Client Time is also client-side only and open source under the GNU General Public License v3.0 only, with Fabric and Quilt files for 1.20.2 – 1.21.11. WeatherVote is open source under the MIT License, works on Fabric for 1.21 – 1.21.11 and runs server-side only, so it is a server mod instead of a client mod.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather Cycler | Fabric | 1.21.5 – 1.21.8 | Client-side only | 2026-02-26 |
| Weather Toast | Fabric | 1.21.3 | Client-side only | 2025-01-06 |
| Client Time | Fabric and Quilt | 1.20.2 – 1.21.11 | Client-side only | 2025-12-11 |
| WeatherVote | Fabric | 1.21 – 1.21.11 | Server-side only | 2025-12-11 |
Questions
Does Weather Cycler need Fabric API?
Does a server need Weather Cycler installed?
Which versions have files?
In the catalog
Weather Cycler is one of 29,952 Game mechanics mods on ModsFinder, and one of 19,630 Game mechanics mods for Fabric. 17,695 mods support Minecraft 1.21.8.
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What the author says
Weather Cycler is a lightweight Fabric mod that lets you control weather and time in Survival and Hardcore worlds — without commands. Everything is done using craftable items, balanced with durability, cooldowns, and Netherite upgrades to keep gameplay fair and vanilla-friendly.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/weather-cycler
- Owner
- v_modding
- Published
- 2026-01-29
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-02-26
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15