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Starlink 10-24 -
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Apr 14 - Apr 15, 2026
Issued
Mon Apr 13, 2026 at 14:00 UTC (10:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
Forecast Discussion: No significant changes to today’s update, as weather is expected to be very favorable for both the primary and backup launch windows. Warm and dry conditions will kick off the start of the week as high pressure ridging remains in control to our north and east. Winds will gradually weaken today into tonight but remain onshore. The only small concern for the primary launch window early Tuesday morning will be for thick clouds from upper-level cirrus clouds, but most models keep these clouds too cold to be a significant LLCC threat. For Tuesday, the weather pattern remains largely the same but drying aloft will take out any thick cloud concern.
Primary Launch Date
Launch Day
Primary Window
95%
Primary Concerns
- Thick Cloud Layers Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |
Backup Opportunities
24-Hour Delay
Backup Window
95%
Primary Concerns
- Cumulus Cloud Rule
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |