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TAF Decoder

Interpret TAF forecasts from any airport

TAF Decoder
Interpret TAF forecasts from any airport

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Interpretation

Enter a TAF to see its decoding

What is a TAF?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) is a weather forecast for the airport area. It is issued every 6 hours and is valid for 24 to 30 hours, providing essential information for flight planning.

Change indicators in TAF:

  • FM (From): Permanent change from a specific time
  • TEMPO: Temporary fluctuations of less than 1 hour
  • BECMG: Gradual change over a period of time
  • PROB: Probability of occurrence (PROB30, PROB40)

Validity period:

The TAF indicates the period with format DDHH/DDHH (start day and hour / end day and hour). For example, 0112/0212 means valid from day 01 at 12:00 UTC until day 02 at 12:00 UTC.