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Starlink-L24 - L-0 Forecast
Falcon 9
Valid Period
Apr 27 - Apr 28, 2021
Issued
Tue Apr 27, 2021 at 13:00 UTC (09:00 ET)
Forecast Discussion
Space Launch Delta 45
High pressure to our northeast will dominate our weather again today. Expect another round of plentiful sunshine and dry, pleasant weather. However, a tightening pressure gradient around the high will keep brisk flow of 15-20 mph. As a result, the primary concern during the launch early Wednesday morning will be Liftoff Winds. Wednesday through early Thursday, the high pressure ridge will slide farther eastward into the Atlantic, and quiet weather with breezy flow will continue across the Spaceport. Winds will shift to the southeast. The primary concern for the backup window early Thursday morning will continue to be Liftoff Winds.
Primary Launch Date
Launch Day
Primary Window
80%
Primary Concerns
- Liftoff Winds
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
- Liftoff Winds
Additional Risk Criteria
| Criteria | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Upper-Level Wind Shear | Low |
| Booster Recovery Weather | Low |
| Solar Activity | Low |