Weather Forecast - Ketchikan International Airport

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) for PAKT

PAKT
KTN

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast

Issued: Sep 16, 2025 05:45 UTC
Valid From: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC
Valid To: Jan 1, 1970 00:00 UTC

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF PAKT 160545Z 1606/1706 14016G25KT 3SM RA BR SCT015 OVC030 FM160800 14013G23KT 5SM -RA BR OVC015 FM161300 14010G20KT 5SM -RA BR OVC015 FM161700 14010G20KT P6SM BKN100 FM162100 14013G23KT P6SM BKN100 AMD LTD TO CLD VIS AND WIND TIL 161500
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 140° 16kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 3,000ft
Rain, Mist
08:00Z FM160800
+1h
MVFR 140° 13kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500ft
Light Rain, Mist
13:00Z FM161300
+6h
MVFR 140° 10kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500ft
Light Rain, Mist
17:00Z FM161700
+10h
VFR 140° 10kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000ft

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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 Ketchikan International Airport (PAKT), 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.