Starlink 6-36 - L-1 Day
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Dec 28 - Dec 29, 2023
Issued
Wed Dec 27, 2023 at 22:00 UTC (17:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
A mid-level wave in the Gulf of Mexico will push into central Florida this evening, causing cloudy conditions and the possibility for showers overnight and into tomorrow morning. A cold front will move through central Florida tomorrow evening, bringing in much cooler, dry conditions by Friday morning. By the beginning of the launch window, winds will be westerly and a lingering shower behind the cold frontal passage is possible, making the Cumulus Cloud Rule the primary concern. For the backup day, dry and cool conditions aloft will limit cloud cover to the low levels. Increased wind speeds may cause a Liftoff Winds concern at the surface, and a strong jet maximum aloft could cause an Upper-Level wind shear concern.
Primary Launch Date
Primary Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low-Mod |
| 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 | Low-Mod |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |