VCLS DEMO 2 - L-0 Forecast
Astra
Valid Period
Feb 7, 2022 18:00 - 21:00 UTC (13:00 - 16:00 ET)
Issued
Mon Feb 7, 2022 at 13:00 UTC (08:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Low ceilings this morning will lift to about 3,000ft by launch window and likely become more broken. There is just a very slight possibility for a Cumulus Cloud embedded in this lower more stable broken deck to violate for the Cumulus Cloud Rule, more towards the end of the window. For backup day Tuesday, another front moves through slowly. This front is expected to bring significant cloud cover through the mid-levels and rain likely, especially towards the end of the window. Winds will also elevate to near 20 kt from the north, making for a cold, wet, and afternoon into evening. Therefore, there is a high POV for the backup day Tuesday with the primary concerns being the Thick Cloud Layer Rule, Cumulus Cloud Rule, and Liftoff winds
Primary Launch Date
Primary Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Solar Activity | N/A |
Backup Opportunities
Backup Window
Primary Concerns
- Thick Cloud Layer Rule
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
- Liftoff Winds
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Solar Activity | N/A |