Weather Forecast - McChord Air Force Base

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) for KTCM

KTCM
TCM

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast

Issued: Sep 16, 2025 05:00 UTC
Valid From: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC
Valid To: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTCM 160500Z 1605/1711 VRB06KT 9999 FEW250 QNH3000INS BECMG 1612/1613 VRB05KT 8000 BR FEW006 QNH2995INS BECMG 1616/1617 02006KT 9999 NSW SKC QNH2995INS BECMG 1622/1623 25006KT 9999 SKC QNH2992INS TX31/1623Z TN10/1613Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR VRB 5kt
Visibility: 8 km
Mist
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 20° 6kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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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 McChord Air Force Base (KTCM), 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.