NROL-108 - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Dec 17, 2020 14:00 - 17:00 UTC (09:00 - 12:00 ET)
Issued
Wed Dec 16, 2020 at 13:00 UTC (08:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
A strong cold front is currently moving though the Florida Panhandle and will push through Central Florida overnight. On Thursday, high-pressure will build in bringing cooler, drier air to the Space Coast. Winds will turn northerly and become gusty by afternoon while cloud cover clears through the day. The primary weather concerns for Thursday are Liftoff Winds and the Thick Cloud Layer Rule associated with any lingering frontal cloudiness. On Friday, cloud cover will be much diminished over the Spaceport, but gusty northeasterly winds will remain due to the strength of the high-pressure area. The primary weather concern Friday is Liftoff Winds.
Primary Launch Date
Primary Window
Primary Concerns
- Liftoff Winds
- Thick Cloud Layer Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Moderate |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
Backup Window
Primary Concerns
- Liftoff Winds
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Moderate |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Moderate |
| Solar Activity | Low |