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NASA Earthdata MCP server

io.github.nasa/earthdata-mcp

Discover, verify, and access NASA Earth science datasets via the Common Metadata Repository (CMR)

Install NASA Earthdata in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http nasa-earthdata https://cmr.earthdata.nasa.gov/mcp/v1
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nasa-earthdata": {
      "url": "https://cmr.earthdata.nasa.gov/mcp/v1"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the NASA Earthdata MCP server do?

Discover, verify, and access NASA Earth science datasets via the Common Metadata Repository (CMR)

Is the NASA Earthdata MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does NASA Earthdata run locally or remotely?

Remote. Hosted by the provider. You connect with a URL, nothing to install.

How do I add NASA Earthdata to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http nasa-earthdata https://cmr.earthdata.nasa.gov/mcp/v1

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