Tesla Powerwall 3 Feature Highlight: Storm Watch

Unpredictable weather is a fact of life in Canada, from winter ice storms to summer thunderstorms. For homeowners, these events can mean unexpected power outages that disrupt daily life. That’s where the Tesla Powerwall 3 Storm Watch feature comes in.

Storm Watch is one of Tesla’s most innovative tools, designed to prepare your home for outages before they happen. Here’s a closer look at how it works and why it’s an essential feature for Canadian families.

?? What Is Storm Watch?

Storm Watch is a built-in safety mode that uses real-time weather data to protect your home from outages. When severe weather is forecast in your area, the Tesla Powerwall 3 will automatically:

• Prioritize charging to 100% using either solar power or grid electricity
• Reserve energy for backup use only, ensuring your battery is fully charged when the storm arrives
• Notify you via the Tesla app, so you know your home is ready for possible disruptions

This proactive approach means you don’t have to scramble during a storm. Your Powerwall 3 is already prepared.

? How Storm Watch Works in Detail

What makes Storm Watch unique is the way it integrates advanced weather intelligence with home energy management. The Powerwall 3 continuously communicates with Tesla’s network, monitoring Environment Canada and regional weather services for storm alerts.

When an event is detected, the system overrides your normal energy settings and charges the battery to maximum capacity, even pulling from the grid if necessary. Once the storm arrives, your Powerwall is fully charged and reserved for backup use — powering heating, refrigeration, medical devices, and communications. Afterward, it automatically shifts back to your preferred mode, such as maximizing solar or reducing peak costs.

? Data Sources for Storm Alerts

Storm Watch relies on official weather and emergency services. In Canada, the system uses Environment Canada alerts to identify severe weather conditions that may lead to outages. This ensures activation only when there is a real threat, avoiding unnecessary battery cycling.

? Battery Behavior During Storm Watch

• The system charges to 100% as quickly as possible, using solar and grid power if available.
• Battery enters reserve mode — it won’t discharge for normal use until the storm has passed.
• If the grid fails, Powerwall instantly takes over with no interruptions.
• After the storm, it automatically returns to your preferred operating settings.

This ensures stored energy is preserved exactly when you need it most.

? Why Storm Watch Matters in Canada

• Winter ice storms can down power lines for days
• Summer thunderstorms bring high winds and lightning strikes
• Remote areas often face longer recovery times during outages

With Storm Watch, the Powerwall 3 ensures your home stays powered — keeping lights, heating, refrigeration, and internet running during outages.

? Key Benefits of Storm Watch

• Automatic protection: Activates itself using Environment Canada data
• Peace of mind: Always ready before storms hit
• Seamless backup: Instantly powers your home during outages
• Energy independence: Pair with solar panels for extended protection

? Controlled from the Tesla App

The Tesla app provides full visibility into Storm Watch mode:

• Receive alerts when it activates
• Track battery charging progress
• Automatically return to normal settings after the storm

This ensures you stay informed and in control — even when you’re away from home.

? Storm Watch + Solar: A Reliable Combination

When combined with a solar system, Storm Watch offers unmatched resilience:

• Daytime solar recharges your battery during extended outages
• Stored energy keeps your home running at night
• Protection for outages lasting hours or days

Take the Next Step Toward Energy Security

The Tesla Powerwall 3 Storm Watch feature gives Canadian homeowners peace of mind by automatically preparing for storms. Keep your family safe, comfortable, and powered — even when the grid fails.

? Book a free consultation with Xolar to learn how the Tesla Powerwall 3 and Storm Watch can protect your home.