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STP-3 - L-3 Days
Atlas V
Valid Period
Dec 5, 2021 09:04 - 11:04 UTC (04:04 - 06:04 ET)
Issued
Thu Dec 2, 2021 at 13:00 UTC (08:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
High pressure at the surface will build into central Florida from the Gulf of Mexico Florida late Thursday and remain over the area through late Saturday. This will keep us dry for MLP Roll day Friday with light winds and pleasant temperatures. The surface high retreats into the Atlantic Ocean slightly Sunday into Monday, bringing light winds from the southeast and a slight chance for isolated low topped showers near the coast, especially on Monday. Therefore, the primary concerns for both launch day and backup day are the Cumulus Cloud Rule.
Primary Launch Date
Launch Day
Primary Window
90%
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
24-Hour Delay
Backup Window
80%
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |