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Starlink 6-32 - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Dec 22 - Dec 23, 2023
Issued
Thu Dec 21, 2023 at 15:00 UTC (10:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
An extensive high pressure area located along the Eastern U.S. will keep the winds along the Space Coast onshore. This creates a chance of morning coastal showers for the next few days. On Friday evening a weak inverted trough will move near the Spaceport, enhancing the cloud coverage. The primary weather concerns for Friday evening are the Thick Cloud Layers Rule and Cumulus Cloud Rule associated with the trough and onshore flow. This trough should be out of the area by Saturday evening’s attempt, lowing the threat of clouds and showers. The primary launch weather concerns Saturday evening remain the Cumulus Cloud Rule and Thick Cloud Layers Rule.
Primary Launch Date
Launch Day
Primary Window
60%
Primary Concerns
- Thick Cloud Layer Rule
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Moderate |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
24-Hour Delay
Backup Window
80%
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
- Thick Cloud Layer Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low-Mod |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |