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DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 9 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

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Surface 3 mph, gusts 11 mph, and climb band 9 mph for Thursday, Oct 1, 5:00 AM.

Surface

3 mph

Gust

11 mph

Climb band

9 mph

Thursday, Oct 1, 5:00 AM

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DEMANDING

Forecast confidence: Medium

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This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

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Surface flowCalm

GustinessGusty

Thermal bumpLow

Drift turn10°

Surface

3 mph

33 ft · N

Gust spread

8 mph

Gusts 11 mph

Thermal bump

Low

CAPE 170 J/kg / sun 0 W/m2

Climb drift

6 mph

394 ft / N

Surface flowCalm

GustinessGusty

Thermal bumpLow

Drift turn10°

Surface

3 mph

33 ft · N

Gust spread

8 mph

Gusts 11 mph

Thermal bump

Low

CAPE 170 J/kg / sun 0 W/m2

Climb drift

6 mph

394 ft / N

What stands out

Quick takeaways from the current takeoff read.

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.

Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

Temp

78°F

Rain

Thermal

Low

CAPE

170 J/kg

12h surface avg

3 mph

12h climb avg

7 mph

Cachoeiras de MacacuDEMANDING Right now

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5:00 AM

Dark

Demanding this hour because of a 9 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (12 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 2 mph – 4 mph
Gust model range: 10 mph – 12 mph
Surface wind: 3 mph · N
Highest gust input: 12 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 6 mph – 12 mph
Gust speed (spread): 11 mph (+8)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 9 mph · N
Surface-to-flight direction change: 14°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs
Daylight: Dark at this location

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 9 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

6:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 7.4 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (10 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 0 mph – 4 mph
Gust model range: 6 mph – 10 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · NNE
Highest gust input: 10 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 5 mph – 7 mph
Gust speed (spread): 8 mph (+5)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 6 mph · N
Surface-to-flight direction change: 20°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 7.4 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

7:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 8 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (10 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 0 mph – 4 mph
Gust model range: 3 mph – 10 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · N
Highest gust input: 10 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 6 mph – 6 mph
Gust speed (spread): 7 mph (+5)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 6 mph · N
Surface-to-flight direction change: 15°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · limited-input forecast

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 8 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

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8:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 6.9 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (8 mph).

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Surface wind model range: 0 mph – 2 mph
Gust model range: 4 mph – 8 mph
Surface wind: 1 mph · NW
Highest gust input: 8 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 5 mph – 6 mph
Gust speed (spread): 6 mph (+5)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 5 mph · NNW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 25°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 6.9 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

9:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 5 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (7 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 2 mph – 2 mph
Gust model range: 4 mph – 7 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · WSW
Highest gust input: 7 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 3 mph – 4 mph
Gust speed (spread): 5 mph (+3)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 4 mph · NW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 55°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 5 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

10:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 61° low-level direction change combined with a 6.4 mph gust spread, a strong-convection indicator, and estimated active thermal activity with strength unknown. The combined low-level change may produce changing drift and a more demanding control workload.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (9 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 2 mph – 3 mph
Gust model range: 4 mph – 9 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · WSW
Highest gust input: 9 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 3 mph – 4 mph
Gust speed (spread): 7 mph (+4)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 4 mph · WNW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 61°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 61° low-level direction change combined with a 6.4 mph gust spread, a strong-convection indicator, and estimated active thermal activity with strength unknown.

Key takeaways

The combined low-level change may produce changing drift and a more demanding control workload. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

11:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 8 mph gust spread and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (13 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 4 mph – 5 mph
Gust model range: 8 mph – 13 mph
Surface wind: 5 mph · SW
Highest gust input: 13 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 5 mph – 6 mph
Gust speed (spread): 10 mph (+6)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 6 mph · WSW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 22°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

12:00 PM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 20.4 mph, a 13.5 mph gust spread, and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (20 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 6 mph – 8 mph
Gust model range: 19 mph – 20 mph
Surface wind: 7 mph · SW
Highest gust input: 20 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 7 mph – 15 mph
Gust speed (spread): 19 mph (+13)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 11 mph · SW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 4°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

1:00 PM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 21.9 mph, a 16 mph gust spread, and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (22 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 6 mph – 6 mph
Gust model range: 20 mph – 22 mph
Surface wind: 6 mph · SSW
Highest gust input: 22 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 7 mph – 12 mph
Gust speed (spread): 21 mph (+15)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 10 mph · SSW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 6°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

2:00 PM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 19.4 mph, a 14.5 mph gust spread, and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (19 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 5 mph – 5 mph
Gust model range: 18 mph – 19 mph
Surface wind: 5 mph · SSW
Highest gust input: 19 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 6 mph – 13 mph
Gust speed (spread): 19 mph (+14)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 9 mph · SSW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 3°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

3:00 PM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 18.8 mph, a 13.7 mph gust spread, a thunderstorm indicator, and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (19 mph). 1 forecast input indicates thunderstorms; this is not a probability.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 4 mph – 6 mph
Gust model range: 15 mph – 19 mph
Surface wind: 5 mph · SSW
Highest gust input: 19 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 8 mph – 11 mph
Gust speed (spread): 17 mph (+12)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 10 mph · SW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 4°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a thunderstorm indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

4:00 PM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 26.2 mph, a 18.8 mph gust spread, a thunderstorm indicator, and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (26 mph). 1 forecast input indicates thunderstorms; this is not a probability.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 3 mph – 12 mph
Gust model range: 12 mph – 26 mph
Surface wind: 7 mph · SW
Highest gust input: 26 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 10 mph – 18 mph
Gust speed (spread): 19 mph (+12)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 14 mph · SW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 1°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a thunderstorm indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

Cachoeiras de MacacuDEMANDING Right now

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Next 3 hours

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5:00 AM

Dark

Demanding this hour because of a 9 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (12 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 2 mph – 4 mph
Gust model range: 10 mph – 12 mph
Surface wind: 3 mph · N
Highest gust input: 12 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 6 mph – 12 mph
Gust speed (spread): 11 mph (+8)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 9 mph · N
Surface-to-flight direction change: 14°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs
Daylight: Dark at this location

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 9 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

6:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 7.4 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (10 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 0 mph – 4 mph
Gust model range: 6 mph – 10 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · NNE
Highest gust input: 10 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 5 mph – 7 mph
Gust speed (spread): 8 mph (+5)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 6 mph · N
Surface-to-flight direction change: 20°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 7.4 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

7:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 8 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (10 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 0 mph – 4 mph
Gust model range: 3 mph – 10 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · N
Highest gust input: 10 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 6 mph – 6 mph
Gust speed (spread): 7 mph (+5)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 6 mph · N
Surface-to-flight direction change: 15°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · limited-input forecast

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 8 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

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8:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 6.9 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (8 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 0 mph – 2 mph
Gust model range: 4 mph – 8 mph
Surface wind: 1 mph · NW
Highest gust input: 8 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 5 mph – 6 mph
Gust speed (spread): 6 mph (+5)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 5 mph · NNW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 25°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 6.9 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

9:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 5 mph gust spread. This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (7 mph).

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 2 mph – 2 mph
Gust model range: 4 mph – 7 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · WSW
Highest gust input: 7 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 3 mph – 4 mph
Gust speed (spread): 5 mph (+3)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 4 mph · NW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 55°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 5 mph gust spread.

Key takeaways

This gust spread may produce pronounced changes in airspeed and landing timing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

10:00 AM

DEMANDING

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (9 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 2 mph – 3 mph
Gust model range: 4 mph – 9 mph
Surface wind: 2 mph · WSW
Highest gust input: 9 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 3 mph – 4 mph
Gust speed (spread): 7 mph (+4)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 4 mph · WNW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 61°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a 61° low-level direction change combined with a 6.4 mph gust spread, a strong-convection indicator, and estimated active thermal activity with strength unknown.

Key takeaways

The combined low-level change may produce changing drift and a more demanding control workload. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

11:00 AM

DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of a 8 mph gust spread and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (13 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 4 mph – 5 mph
Gust model range: 8 mph – 13 mph
Surface wind: 5 mph · SW
Highest gust input: 13 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 5 mph – 6 mph
Gust speed (spread): 10 mph (+6)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 6 mph · WSW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 22°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

12:00 PM

DEMANDING

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (20 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 6 mph – 8 mph
Gust model range: 19 mph – 20 mph
Surface wind: 7 mph · SW
Highest gust input: 20 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 7 mph – 15 mph
Gust speed (spread): 19 mph (+13)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 11 mph · SW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 4°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

1:00 PM

DEMANDING

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (22 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 6 mph – 6 mph
Gust model range: 20 mph – 22 mph
Surface wind: 6 mph · SSW
Highest gust input: 22 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 7 mph – 12 mph
Gust speed (spread): 21 mph (+15)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 10 mph · SSW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 6°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

2:00 PM

DEMANDING

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (19 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 5 mph – 5 mph
Gust model range: 18 mph – 19 mph
Surface wind: 5 mph · SSW
Highest gust input: 19 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 6 mph – 13 mph
Gust speed (spread): 19 mph (+14)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 9 mph · SSW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 3°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a strong-convection indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

3:00 PM

DEMANDING

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (19 mph). 1 forecast input indicates thunderstorms; this is not a probability.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 4 mph – 6 mph
Gust model range: 15 mph – 19 mph
Surface wind: 5 mph · SSW
Highest gust input: 19 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 8 mph – 11 mph
Gust speed (spread): 17 mph (+12)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 10 mph · SW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 4°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Medium · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a thunderstorm indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

4:00 PM

DEMANDING

Gust assessment includes the highest forecast input (26 mph). 1 forecast input indicates thunderstorms; this is not a probability.

Hour detailsShow

Surface wind model range: 3 mph – 12 mph
Gust model range: 12 mph – 26 mph
Surface wind: 7 mph · SW
Highest gust input: 26 mph
Altitude reference: Provider terrain estimate (169 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range: 10 mph – 18 mph
Gust speed (spread): 19 mph (+12)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain: 14 mph · SW
Surface-to-flight direction change: 1°
Thermal activity: Thermals possible - strength unknown (low activity estimated)
Forecast confidence: Low · 2 forecast inputs

What stands out

The strongest forecast concern is a thunderstorm indicator.

Key takeaways

This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing. Thermal strength is unknown because the activity is estimated.
Consider a calmer window, especially for newer pilots.

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SourcesUp to 12

MethodRobust consensus

ScoringTakeoff-focused

The forecast combines up to 12 current inputs using an outlier-resistant consensus; the exact source count can vary by hour. Dedicated gust-front and terrain-specific rotor feeds remain unavailable. Treat this as a takeoff, climb, drift, and thermal-texture read. The paramotor score weights rain, surface wind, gusts, and daytime bumpiness more than absolute wind direction. It does not know your field obstacles, runway length, or local rotor. Open-Meteo Best Match can overlap the named models, so input counts do not imply independent evidence. Missing data remains unavailable; model ranges, ambiguous directions, and hazards from a minority of inputs remain visible.