NASA Crew-3 - L-2 Days
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Nov 3, 2021 05:05 - 05:15 UTC (01:05 - 01:15 ET)
Issued
Mon Nov 1, 2021 at 12:30 UTC (08:30 ET)
Forecast Discussion
A broad surface high encompassing much of the eastern and southeastern US will slide eastward early this week, allowing the pleasant fall weather to continue across the Spaceport. Low level flow becomes northeasterly off the Atlantic, allowing for a gradual increase in moisture, clouds, and light Atlantic showers. The main concerns for the primary launch window early Wednesday morning will be Cumulus Clouds and Flight Through Precipitation with low-topped onshore moving showers. Deepening onshore flow, a weak boundary sliding into the state, and some upper level energy will allow for more robust Atlantic showers into the backup window early on Thursday. The main concerns for this launch attempt will be Cumulus Clouds and Flight Through Precipitation with onshore moving showers. A weak area of low pressure is expected to develop along the boundary late on Thursday, leading to unsettled conditions across the Spaceport by Friday morning. As this system takes shape, expect less favorable launch conditions as mid and upper level clouds increase along with scattered showers and the potential for a few storms.
Primary Launch Date
Primary Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
- Flight Through Precipitation
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Ascent Corridor Recovery | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
Backup Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
- Flight Through Precipitation
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Ascent Corridor Recovery | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Window
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
- Flight Through Precipitation
- Thick Cloud Layer Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Ascent Corridor Recovery | Moderate |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Moderate |
| Solar Activity | Low |