Starlink 6-23 - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Oct 17, 2023 20:49 - 00:49 UTC (16:49 - 20:49 ET)
Issued
Mon Oct 16, 2023 at 16:45 UTC (12:45 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Northwesterly winds behind the cold front centered over the Bahamas has brought dry conditions and much cooler temperatures to the Space Coast. This regime should persist as a sharp upper-level trough lingers in the Atlantic through Thursday morning. Conditions for the primary launch window look very favorable, with low relative humidity values and a weak chance for a Cumulus Cloud Rule violation. The upper levels remain very dry as high pressure settles in today and tomorrow. Any cumulus clouds will be low-topped and only a concern if they linger directly over the pad. For the backup day, similar conditions are expected. Low-level winds will shift more northerly, providing onshore flow and slightly increased moisture near the surface. There remains a small chance for a Cumulus Cloud Rule violation.
Primary Launch Date
Primary Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
Backup Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |