Weather Forecast - Christmas Island Airport

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) for YPXM

YPXM
XCH

Terminal Aerodrome Forecast

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD YPXM 160516Z 1605/1706 11012KT 9999 BKN014 BECMG 1618/1620 12010KT 9999 BKN012 TEMPO 1605/1618 9999 BKN010 TEMPO 1618/1706 9999 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:01Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 12kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,400ft
18:00Z BECMG
+11h
MVFR 120° 10kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,200ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800ft

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 Christmas Island Airport (YPXM), 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.