Weather Forecast - Ellsworth Air Force Base

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) for KRCA

KRCA
RCA

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast

Issued: Sep 15, 2025 18:45 UTC
Valid From: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC
Valid To: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KRCA 151845Z 1519/1701 15012KT 9999 SCT250 QNH2992INS TEMPO 1521/1602 VRB25G40KT 6000 -TSRA BKN080CB BECMG 1602/1603 32012G18KT 9000-SHRA BKN060 QNH3000INS BECMG 1613/1614 32015G25KT 9999 NSW SCT080 QNH3015INS TX30/1520Z TN16/1612Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 1519 NEXT 1619
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 12kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+10h
IFR 320° 15kt
Visibility: 1.619 km

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 Ellsworth Air Force Base (KRCA), 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.