The Autel EVO II is rated for wind up to 64 km/h (17.8 m/s · 40 mph · 35 kn), which is Beaufort 8 — Gale, and for temperatures from -10 °C to 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F). It positions itself with GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo. It came out in 2020.
Weather limits of the Autel EVO II
| Limit | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum wind resistance | 64 km/h · 17.8 m/s · 40 mph · 35 kn |
| Beaufort scale | 8 — Gale |
| Operating temperature | -10 °C … 40 °C (14 °F … 104 °F) |
| Satellite systems | GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo |
| Takeoff weight | 1,127 g (39.8 oz) |
| Max flight time | 40 min |
When is it safe to fly the Autel EVO II?
Drone Weather Forecast compares every hour of the forecast with these limits and gives one colour:
- Green — wind and gusts up to 58 km/h (90 % of the limit).
- Yellow — between 58 and 64 km/h: fly with caution, a gust can push the drone past its limit.
- Red — above 64 km/h, or rain, low visibility, too few satellites or a KP index above 4.
Gusts are judged against the same limit as the average wind, and the wind at your flying height is usually stronger than at ground level. The Pro wind profile shows the forecast from 10 m up to 4,200 m.
→ Wind at altitude: why it is windier up there
Cold and heat
The Autel EVO II is rated down to -10 °C. Batteries deliver less energy in the cold: keep them warm until take-off and expect shorter flights below about 10 °C.
→ Flying a drone in cold weather
Weight and registration
The Autel EVO II is above the 250 g line most countries use to decide whether a drone has to be registered and its pilot tested, so plan on registering it and carrying your operator number. That rule is national and it changes, so check the one for the country you fly in. The weight pays off once you are up: the same gust moves a heavier aircraft less than a sub-250 g model.
Flight time in wind
The 40 minutes the Autel EVO II is rated for are measured in still air. Wind takes a real bite out of that, and the way back is the expensive part: the drone drifts downwind for free and pays for the whole return. With wind near the 58 km/h caution mark, plan for about 30 minutes and turn back early.
GPS and satellites
The Autel EVO II uses GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo. For your position, Drone Weather Forecast counts the visible satellites of these systems and warns when fewer than 9 are locked; a KP index above 4 (geomagnetic storm) can also disturb GPS and the compass.
→ How many satellites does a drone need?
→ The KP index explained for drone pilots
Similar drones
| Model | Max wind | Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Autel EVO Lite+ | 61 km/h | 0 … 40 °C |
| Autel EVO Nano+ | 61 km/h | 0 … 40 °C |
| DJI Inspire 3 | 50 km/h | -20 … 40 °C |
| FIMI X8 SE 2020 | 50 km/h | 0 … 40 °C |
| Parrot Anafi | 50 km/h | -10 … 40 °C |
| DJI FPV | 49 km/h | -10 … 40 °C |
Drone wind limits: max wind speed of 77 drones
Frequently asked questions
How much wind can the Autel EVO II handle?
Up to 64 km/h (17.8 m/s, 40 mph), Beaufort 8. Above that it may not hold its position or fly back against the wind. Drone Weather Forecast starts warning at 58 km/h.
Can the Autel EVO II fly in 45 km/h wind?
Yes. 45 km/h is below its 64 km/h limit and below the 58 km/h caution threshold, so the app shows green — as long as the gusts also stay below 58 km/h.
How much does the Autel EVO II weigh?
1,127 g (39.8 oz) ready to fly, which is above the 250 g threshold used by most national drone rules.
How long does the Autel EVO II fly?
Up to 40 minutes in still air. Expect less in wind and in the cold — nearer 30 minutes once the wind approaches its limit.
Can the Autel EVO II fly in the rain?
Drone Weather Forecast treats rain above your precipitation limit as a no-fly condition for every model. Check the Autel EVO II manual for its water resistance before flying in wet weather.
What is the minimum temperature for the Autel EVO II?
-10 °C (14 °F); the maximum is 40 °C (104 °F).
→ Can you fly a drone in the rain?
Limits from the manufacturer specifications, as set in the app's drone presets. Always follow your drone manual and local aviation rules.