LED Time & Temperature Signs

LED Time & Temperature Signs

The most-watched sign you'll own — shows the time and temperature all day. New builds, retrofits, and upgrades for banks, civic buildings, and Main Street.

  • Retrofit Existing Pole Signs

    Add a time & temperature display to your existing sign

  • Wireless Control

    Set the time and temp remotely — no ladder needed

  • Bright Daylight-Readable Digits

    Readable in direct sun and at night

  • 5-Year Warranty

    IP65 weatherproof and built for long-term use

Commercial LED time and temperature signs give businesses and organizations an automatic, highly visible way to display accurate local time and outdoor temperature. Petro LED offers outdoor displays for banks, credit unions, businesses, schools, pharmacies, dealerships, municipal buildings, and many other properties, with eight digit heights and five LED color options.

Frequently Asked Questions About Commercial Time and Temperature Signs

About Commercial Time and Temperature Signs

What is a commercial LED time and temperature sign?

A commercial LED time and temperature sign is an outdoor digital display that automatically shows the current time and local temperature. It gives businesses and organizations useful, easy-to-read information that can be seen by drivers, customers, employees, and visitors.

Who uses LED time and temperature signs?

These signs are used by banks, credit unions, businesses, schools, pharmacies, dealerships, hotels, hospitals, municipal buildings, shopping centers, office properties, and many other organizations. They can be installed anywhere reliable outdoor time and temperature information would be useful.

Are LED time and temperature signs only for gas stations?

No. Although a time and temperature display can be installed at a gas station, these signs are designed for businesses and organizations of every type. Banks, credit unions, schools, pharmacies, dealerships, and civic buildings are among the most common users.

Why do businesses display the time and temperature?

Time and temperature are useful to almost everyone, which gives people a reason to look at the sign regularly. A bright, professional display can improve the visibility of a property and help keep the business or organization in front of passing traffic.

Can a time and temperature display be added to an identification sign?

Yes. The display can be installed below or within an existing business, bank, school, church, municipal, or community identification sign. It can also be incorporated into an entirely new sign structure.

How much does an LED time and temperature sign cost?

Pricing depends primarily on digit height and the selected LED color. Petro LED publishes current pricing for standard models on the category and individual product pages so customers can compare options before requesting a quote.

Choosing the Right Display

What digit heights are available?

Petro LED Time & Temperature signs are available in eight digit heights: 6", 8", 10", 12", 16", 18", 20", and 24".

How do I choose the right digit height?

Choose the digit height according to viewing distance, traffic speed, mounting height, and available installation space. Larger digits are easier to read from farther away and give drivers more time to see the display. Petro LED can review site photos and measurements and recommend an appropriate size.

How far away can an LED time and temperature sign be seen?

Viewing distance depends on digit height, mounting height, approach angle, traffic speed, and surrounding conditions. Larger models can be visible from more than 500 yards away, while smaller models work well where viewers are closer to the sign.

What LED colors are available?

The displays are available with red, green, amber, white, or blue LEDs. This makes it possible to coordinate the display with a building, identification sign, logo, or established brand colors.

Which LED color should I choose?

Choose a color that provides strong contrast with the sign face and fits the property's branding. Red, green, amber, white, and blue models are all designed for outdoor visibility. Petro LED can provide photos and help compare the available colors.

Should I choose a single-sided or double-sided display?

A single-sided display works well when viewers approach primarily from one direction or when the sign is mounted against a building. A double-sided installation uses two displays back-to-back so traffic approaching from both directions can see the time and temperature.

How deep is the cabinet?

The cabinet is approximately 4 inches deep. This relatively slim profile makes the display suitable for many existing sign openings as well as new sign construction.

Automatic Operation and Controls

How does the sign display the time and temperature?

The sign automatically alternates between the current time and the current outdoor temperature throughout the day. Once configured, it continues operating without someone manually changing the display.

How does the clock stay accurate?

GPS-based timekeeping automatically maintains the correct time. The system also handles daylight saving time, reducing the need for routine clock adjustments.

How does the sign measure the temperature?

A built-in temperature sensor measures the temperature at the sign's location. The display uses this local reading rather than depending on an internet weather service.

Can the sign display Fahrenheit or Celsius?

Yes. The temperature can be configured to display in either degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.

Can the sign use 12-hour or 24-hour time?

Yes. The clock can be configured for either standard 12-hour time or 24-hour time.

Does the sign need Wi-Fi or an internet connection?

No. Wi-Fi, cellular service, and a permanent internet connection are not required for the sign to maintain the time or measure the temperature.

Are there software charges or monthly fees?

No. There is no software subscription or monthly control fee. The necessary settings are managed with the included wireless RF remote.

What can be adjusted with the wireless remote?

The included RF remote is used to configure settings such as brightness, display order, clock format, and temperature format without climbing to the sign.

How far does the wireless remote work?

The RF remote has a range of up to approximately 300 feet under good line-of-sight conditions, allowing many customers to adjust the display from inside a nearby building or office.

Can one remote control several displays?

Yes. One remote can control up to 24 displays at the same location, including multiple signs and back-to-back double-sided installations.

Can the sign be read in bright daylight?

Yes. The display uses high-brightness LEDs rated at 7,000 nits for excellent outdoor visibility, including bright daytime conditions.

Does the sign dim automatically at night?

Yes. A built-in light sensor adjusts the display through eight brightness levels according to the surrounding light. This keeps the digits visible during the day without being unnecessarily bright at night.

Outdoor Construction and Installation

Is the sign designed for permanent outdoor use?

Yes. Petro LED Time & Temperature signs use an IP65-rated, weather-resistant steel enclosure with a clear protective acrylic front. They are designed for rain, dust, sunlight, and normal outdoor conditions.

What outdoor temperatures can the sign handle?

The sign is designed to operate from approximately -40°F to 140°F and in relative humidity from 10% to 80%, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.

Can I retrofit an existing sign with a new time and temperature display?

In many cases, yes. An existing pole sign, monument sign, cabinet, or identification sign can often be reused. Petro LED can review photographs and opening dimensions to determine which display will fit.

Can the display be used in new sign construction?

Yes. The 4-inch-deep cabinet can be incorporated into a new monument sign, pole sign, building sign, or custom sign cabinet.

Can multiple displays be linked together?

Yes. Multiple displays at the same property can be linked and configured from one wireless remote. This is useful for double-sided signs or locations with more than one viewing direction.

Does the display arrive assembled?

Yes. The display arrives assembled and ready to mount, helping reduce installation time and on-site labor.

Who can install an LED time and temperature sign?

A qualified local sign installer, contractor, or experienced maintenance team can normally mount the display. Electrical work must comply with local codes, and a licensed electrician may be required.

Will I need a permit?

Permit and electrical requirements vary by city, county, property, and installation type. Check with the local planning, building, or sign department before installation, especially when adding a new structure or changing an existing sign.

What information should I send for a fit review?

Send clear photographs of the front and side of the existing sign, the width and height of the available opening, the approximate mounting height, and the expected viewing distance. Petro LED will use that information to help recommend the digit height, color, and configuration.

Power, Warranty and Support

What electrical power is required?

The display accepts 100-240 VAC at 50/60 Hz. Standard 120-volt electrical service is typically used for installations in the United States and Canada.

How much electricity does the sign use?

Power consumption is low and varies by digit height, the number of displays, and the operating brightness. Petro LED can provide the electrical requirements for the exact model and configuration being considered.

How long do the LEDs last?

The LEDs are rated for up to 100,000 operating hours. Actual service life depends on environmental conditions, brightness, power quality, and maintenance.

What warranty comes with the sign?

Red, green, amber, and white Time & Temperature signs include a five-year factory parts warranty. Blue LED models include a two-year factory parts warranty.

Is shipping included?

Free shipping is included with standard Petro LED Time & Temperature signs within the United States.

What support does Petro LED provide?

Petro LED provides assistance before and after purchase, including help selecting the right display, reviewing retrofit measurements, planning installation, configuring the remote, and troubleshooting the sign.

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