Weather Forecast - Santa Monica Municipal Airport

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) for KSMO

KSMO
SMO

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast

Issued: Sep 15, 2025 21:09 UTC
Valid From: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC
Valid To: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC

Forecast (TAF)

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KSMO 152109Z 1521/1618 22008KT 6SM HZ SKC FM160200 VRB03KT 5SM HZ BKN010 FM160500 VRB03KT 4SM BR OVC008 FM161300 VRB03KT P6SM OVC012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8kt
Visibility: 6SM
Haze
02:00Z FM160200
+3h
MVFR VRB 3kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,000ft
Haze
05:00Z FM160500
+6h
IFR VRB 3kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 800ft
Mist

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About TAF Weather Forecasts

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) is the standardized format for aviation weather forecasts at airports worldwide. This page displays the current TAF forecast for Santa Monica Municipal Airport (KSMO), providing essential forecast information for flight planning and aviation operations.

TAF forecasts typically cover 24 to 30 hours and include detailed predictions of wind, visibility, weather phenomena, and cloud conditions. The forecast uses change indicators like BECMG (becoming), TEMPO (temporary), and PROB (probability) to describe expected weather transitions and their timing.

Aviation forecasts are issued by qualified meteorologists and updated regularly. TAF data is essential for flight planning, fuel calculations, and alternate airport selection. Always consult the most recent forecast and consider METAR observations when making flight decisions.