Weather Forecast - Cairns International Airport

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) for YBCS

YBCS
CNS

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast

Issued: Sep 15, 2025 20:13 UTC
Valid From: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC
Valid To: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YBCS 152013Z 1521/1618 16008KT 9999 -SHRA FEW015 BKN022 FM160200 13012KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 BKN030 FM160800 17010KT 9999 -SHRA SCT015 BKN025 INTER 1521/1614 3000 SHRA BKN008 SCT015TCU TEMPO 1521/1600 9999 BKN018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 8kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,200ft
Light Showers Rain
02:00Z FM160200
+3h
VFR 130° 12kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000ft
Light Showers Rain
08:00Z FM160800
+9h
LIFR 170° 10kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 800ft
Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain

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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 Cairns International Airport (YBCS), 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.