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Demanding this hour because of gusts at 26.4 mph, a 11.9 mph gust spread, and a strong-convection indicator. This major weather signal may create rapid changes around takeoff, low-level flight, or landing.

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Surface 15 mph, gusts 24 mph, and climb band 21 mph for Wednesday, Sep 30, 11:00 PM.

Surface
15 mph
Gust
24 mph
Climb band
21 mph

Wednesday, Sep 30, 11:00 PM

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Forecast confidence: Medium

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  • 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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Surface flowBreezy
GustinessGusty
Thermal bumpBuilding
Drift turn2°

Surface

15 mph

33 ft · SE

Gust spread

10 mph

Gusts 24 mph

Thermal bump

Building

CAPE 1,118 J/kg / sun 0 W/m2

Climb drift

6 mph

394 ft / SE

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11:00 PM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 26.4 mph, a 11.9 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 (26 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
12 mph – 17 mph
Gust model range
21 mph – 26 mph
Surface wind
15 mph · SE
Highest gust input
26 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
17 mph – 23 mph
Gust speed (spread)
24 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
21 mph · SE
Surface-to-flight direction change
1°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Medium · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 27.7 mph, a 13.2 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 (28 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
11 mph – 17 mph
Gust model range
21 mph – 28 mph
Surface wind
15 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
28 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
17 mph – 24 mph
Gust speed (spread)
25 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
21 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
0°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 28.8 mph, a 14.6 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 (29 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
12 mph – 17 mph
Gust model range
21 mph – 29 mph
Surface wind
14 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
29 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
17 mph – 24 mph
Gust speed (spread)
25 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
21 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
1°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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.
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2:00 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 29.3 mph, a 15.6 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 (29 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
11 mph – 17 mph
Gust model range
21 mph – 29 mph
Surface wind
14 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
29 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
17 mph – 24 mph
Gust speed (spread)
24 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
21 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
1°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 29.3 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 (29 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
11 mph – 16 mph
Gust model range
21 mph – 29 mph
Surface wind
13 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
29 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
16 mph – 23 mph
Gust speed (spread)
23 mph (+9)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
20 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
3°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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.
4:00 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 29.1 mph, a 16.4 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 (29 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
10 mph – 15 mph
Gust model range
21 mph – 29 mph
Surface wind
13 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
29 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
15 mph – 22 mph
Gust speed (spread)
22 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
20 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
2°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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.
5:00 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 28.4 mph, a 16.2 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 (28 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
11 mph – 15 mph
Gust model range
19 mph – 28 mph
Surface wind
12 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
28 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
14 mph – 21 mph
Gust speed (spread)
22 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
19 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
2°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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.
6:00 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 27.3 mph, a 15.6 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 (27 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
10 mph – 14 mph
Gust model range
18 mph – 27 mph
Surface wind
12 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
27 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
14 mph – 20 mph
Gust speed (spread)
21 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
18 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
1°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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.
7:00 AM
Dark

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 26.2 mph, a 14.4 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 (26 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
10 mph – 14 mph
Gust model range
19 mph – 26 mph
Surface wind
12 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
26 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
14 mph – 20 mph
Gust speed (spread)
22 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
18 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
3°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 forecast inputs
Daylight
Dark at this location

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.
8:00 AM
DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 25.3 mph, a 13.7 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 (25 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
9 mph – 14 mph
Gust model range
18 mph – 25 mph
Surface wind
12 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
25 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
14 mph – 19 mph
Gust speed (spread)
21 mph (+10)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
17 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
4°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Low · 6 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.
9:00 AM
DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 24.2 mph, a 12.1 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 (24 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
11 mph – 14 mph
Gust model range
19 mph – 24 mph
Surface wind
12 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
24 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
15 mph – 19 mph
Gust speed (spread)
21 mph (+9)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
17 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
1°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (building activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Medium · 6 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.
10:00 AM
DEMANDING

Demanding this hour because of gusts at 25.3 mph, a 12.1 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 (25 mph). At least one forecast input indicates strong convection.

Hour detailsShow
Surface wind model range
12 mph – 14 mph
Gust model range
20 mph – 25 mph
Surface wind
13 mph · SSE
Highest gust input
25 mph
Altitude reference
Provider terrain estimate (0 m MSL); launch elevation unverified
Flight-layer model range
15 mph – 19 mph
Gust speed (spread)
22 mph (+9)
Wind at 394 ft above reference terrain
17 mph · SSE
Surface-to-flight direction change
3°
Thermal activity
Thermals possible - strength unknown (active activity estimated)
Forecast confidence
Medium · 6 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.

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How this read is built

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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.