Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensors provide environmental monitoring via Zigbee. The T1 model adds atmospheric pressure. This guide covers pairing and reporting issues.
Sensor Not Pairing
Symptoms
- LED doesn't flash during pairing
- Hub can't find sensor
- Pairing times out
Solutions
- Reset sensor - Hold reset button with pin for 5 seconds until LED flashes.
- Fresh battery - Install new CR2032 battery before pairing.
- Close to hub - Keep sensor within 10 feet of Aqara hub during pairing.
- Hub in pairing mode - Start "Add Accessory" in Aqara Home app first.
- Zigbee hub required - These are Zigbee sensors; requires compatible hub.
Readings Not Updating
Symptoms
- Temperature stuck on one value
- Updates very slowly
- Humidity shows 0 or 100
Solutions
- Change threshold - Sensor reports on change (typically 0.5°C). Static environment = fewer updates.
- Battery level - Low battery reduces reporting frequency. Replace if below 20%.
- Force update - Press the button once to force an immediate reading.
- Check Zigbee mesh - Weak mesh connection causes missed reports. Add Zigbee routers.
Readings Seem Inaccurate
Symptoms
- Temperature off by several degrees
- Humidity doesn't match other sensors
- Inconsistent readings
Solutions
- Placement matters - Avoid direct sunlight, heat sources, drafts, and exterior walls.
- Calibration offset - Use Home Assistant or hub settings to apply offset if consistently off.
- Sensor equilibration - After battery change or move, allow 30 minutes to stabilize.
- T1 pressure - T1 model includes pressure which can help identify sensor drift.
HomeKit/Smart Home Integration
Symptoms
- Not appearing in Apple Home
- Readings not syncing
- Automations not triggering
Solutions
- Hub required - Sensor appears in HomeKit through Aqara Hub, not directly.
- Expose to HomeKit - In Aqara Home, verify sensor is set to appear in HomeKit.
- Automation threshold - HomeKit automations may have temperature thresholds. Verify settings.
- Hub connection - Ensure Aqara Hub is connected to HomeKit successfully.