Dynamic Weather and Time Based Detection (SE and AE compatible)
⚪ Last updated 2022⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #5 of 5 Stealth mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Changes NPC detection depending on the current weather and time of day. During snow, the peripheral and close range vision of NPCs are severely reduced. During rain, NPC hearing is crippled. During pleasant weather, NPC sight and detection
Dynamic Weather and Time Based Detection (SE and AE compatible) is a stealth overhaul for Skyrim that adjusts NPC detection based on weather and time. Snow reduces NPC peripheral and close-range vision, rain cripples hearing, and pleasant weather enhances sight and detection. With 4,057 endorsements and 1.0M downloads, it's a popular choice for stealth players.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 4,057 endorsements and 1.0M downloads.
- Adds a fresh layer of realism to stealth gameplay—sneaking in a blizzard actually feels different.
- Works for both Special Edition and Anniversary Edition, so most modern setups are covered.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in April 2022—might have issues with the latest Skyrim patches or mods.
- The description cuts off mid-sentence, leaving some mechanics unexplained.
For stealth-focused Skyrim players who want a more dynamic and immersive sneaking experience. If you're tired of NPCs having eagle eyes in every weather condition, this mod adds meaningful variety. Skip if you prefer straightforward stealth mechanics without environmental modifiers.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod affects detection, pair it with other stealth mods that adjust AI or lighting for a more cohesive experience.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid overwriting issues.
- Test the mod in different weather conditions (use console commands like 'fw 81a' for snow) to see the changes in action.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Monitor221hz
- Version
- 2.1.4
- Downloads
- 1,025,452
- Endorsements
- 4,057
- Category
- Stealth
- Created
- 1/25/2022
- Updated
- 4/3/2022
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