This smart umbrella tells you when it’s about to start raining

Those who live in areas with moody, unpredictable weather may be interested in the latest smart umbrella and its meteorological charms. The <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wezzoo/oombrella-unforgettable-umbrella">oombrella</a> links to your smartphone to <a href="http://www.engadget.com/2016/04/11/smart-umbrella-tells-you-when-its-going-to-rain/">alert you when the next downpour will occur</a>; it will even text you when you are too far out of range to ensure you don’t leave it behind.

<a href="http://wezzoo.com">Wezzoo</a> is currently striving toward its <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wezzoo/oombrella-unforgettable-umbrella">Kickstarter</a> goal, offering backers and opportunity to snag one of the first oombrella editions for €59 ($66 USD) and up. If it seems like a steep price for an umbrella, you would be right, except it's so much more than just an umbrella.

The Kevlar-made ribs offer protection (and longevity) from the winds and a screw fixture for your <a href="http://inhabitat.com/?s=gopro">GoPro</a> brings the accessory into the 21st century.

The most appealing aspect, however, is the connection to the wezzoo weather app, which can predict rainfall within 15 minutes. When connected to your <a href="http://inhabitat.com/?s=smartphone">smartphone</a> via the chip inside the handle the oombrella’s handle will blink if you get a call or text, which is helpful during heavy downpours.

It also has social functions to connect with other users and records your favorite strolls to piece together an even clearer picture of your local weather patterns.

Act now if you want your own smart <a href="http://inhabitat.com/?s=umbrella">umbrella</a> - after all, it is April and the showers are starting.