Current TAF Forecast
Detailed TAF Table
| Parameter |
Wed
21:00Z
+-1h
|
Wed
22:00Z
+0h
|
Wed
23:00Z
+1h
|
Thu
00:00Z
+2h
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind Dir |
240°
SW
|
VRB
|
VRB
|
VRB
|
| Wind Speed |
10 kt
|
25 kt
G35 kt
|
25 kt
G35 kt
|
20 kt
G30 kt
|
| Visibility |
>6SM
|
3/4SM
|
3/4SM
|
2SM
|
| Weather |
☀️ Clear
|
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
+TSRA BR
30%
|
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
+TSRA BR
30%
|
Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST
TSRA BR FCST
40%
|
| Clouds |
SCT040
BKN060
|
BKN008
OVC015CB
|
BKN008
OVC015CB
|
BKN006
OVC040CB
|
| Ceiling |
6,000 ft
AGL
|
800 ft
AGL
|
800 ft
AGL
|
600 ft
AGL
|
| Flight Rules | VFR | LIFR | LIFR | LIFR |
| Day/Night |
🌙
Night
🌇
19:31Z
|
🌙
Night
|
🌙
Night
|
🌙
Night
|
Forecast Periods
📖 Plain English Explanation:
This is the base forecast condition. Winds from the West-Southwest (240°) at 10 kt. Visibility will be excellent at more than 6SM. Scattered clouds at 4000 feet, Broken clouds at 6000 feet. Conditions will be suitable for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations.
📖 Plain English Explanation:
Winds will be variable in direction at 20 kt. Gusts up to 30 kt are expected. Visibility will be moderate at 2SM. Weather conditions: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Scattered clouds at 800 feet, Overcast skies at 1500 feet. Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions - instrument flying required.
📖 Plain English Explanation:
Temporary conditions (lasting less than an hour at a time) may include: Winds from the Southwest (220°) at 8 kt. Visibility will be excellent at 6SM. Weather conditions: Light Showers Rain, Mist. Scattered clouds at 1500 feet, Broken clouds at 4000 feet, Overcast skies at 6000 feet. Conditions will be suitable for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations.
📖 Plain English Explanation:
There is a 30% probability of: Winds will be variable in direction at 25 kt. Gusts up to 35 kt are expected. Visibility will be good at 3/4SM. Weather conditions: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Broken clouds at 800 feet, Overcast skies at 1500 feet. Low IFR conditions - challenging even for instrument operations.
📖 Plain English Explanation:
Winds from the Southwest (220°) at 8 kt. Visibility will be excellent at more than 6SM. Weather conditions: Light Showers Rain. Broken clouds at 4000 feet, Overcast skies at 12000 feet. Conditions will be suitable for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) operations.
📖 Plain English Explanation:
Temporary conditions (lasting less than an hour at a time) may include: Visibility will be good at 5SM. Weather conditions: Light Showers Rain, Mist. Broken clouds at 1500 feet, Overcast skies at 4000 feet. Marginal VFR conditions - some restrictions for visual flying.
📖 Plain English Explanation:
There is a 40% probability of: Winds will be variable in direction at 20 kt. Gusts up to 30 kt are expected. Visibility will be moderate at 2SM. Weather conditions: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist, FCST. Broken clouds at 600 feet, Overcast skies at 4000 feet. Low IFR conditions - challenging even for instrument operations.
📚 Understanding TAF Forecasts
Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) provides detailed weather forecasts specifically for aviation operations. Our system translates complex meteorological codes into plain English to help pilots of all experience levels understand forecasted conditions.
What TAF Includes:
- • Wind direction, speed, and gusts
- • Visibility in statute miles or kilometers
- • Weather phenomena (rain, snow, fog, thunderstorms)
- • Cloud coverage types and altitudes
- • Forecast changes with timing
- • Flight rules categories (VFR/IFR)
Change Indicators Explained:
- • BASE - Main forecast conditions
- • FM - Permanent change from specific time
- • BECMG - Gradual change over 2-4 hours
- • TEMPO - Temporary changes (less than 1 hour)
- • PROB30/40 - 30% or 40% probability
🛩️ Flight Rules Categories
VFR
Visual Flight Rules
- • Ceiling ≥ 3000 ft
- • Visibility ≥ 5 miles
- • Good for visual flying
MVFR
Marginal VFR
- • Ceiling 1000-3000 ft
- • Visibility 3-5 miles
- • Caution for VFR
IFR
Instrument Flight Rules
- • Ceiling 500-1000 ft
- • Visibility 1-3 miles
- • Instruments required
LIFR
Low IFR
- • Ceiling < 500 ft
- • Visibility < 1 mile
- • Challenging conditions
💡 TAF Reading Tips
For Student Pilots:
- • Focus on the plain English explanations above
- • Pay attention to flight rules categories
- • Look for wind direction relative to runway headings
- • Check for temporary conditions (TEMPO)
For Experienced Pilots:
- • Cross-reference with raw TAF for precise timing
- • Consider probability forecasts for alternate planning
- • Monitor BECMG periods for gradual changes
- • Always check current METAR vs TAF forecast
Important: TAF forecasts should always be supplemented with current METAR observations, PIREPs, and other weather information for complete situational awareness. Weather can change rapidly, and forecasts have inherent limitations.