KDMA TAF
Terminal aerodrome forecast for Davis Monthan AFB (DMA · KDMA), Tucson, AZ. Issued 21 Sep 2026 0300Z, valid 0300Z to 0900Z, decoded period by period below. · Open on the map
All of Davis Monthan AFB — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherTAF issued 21 Sep 2026 0300Z
valid 0300Z to 0900ZTAF KDMA 210300Z 2103/2209 15009KT 9999 SKC QNH2997INS BECMG 2117/2118 29009KT 9999 SCT120 QNH2995INS BECMG 2120/2121 29010G15KT 9999 VCTS SCT120CB QNH2997INS TEMPO 2123/2124 VRB15G25KT 9000 -TSRA BKN100CB BECMG 2205/2206 15009KT 9999 NSW FEW170 QNH2995INS TX37/2122Z TN23/2112Z
Times are UTC (Zulu), as they appear in the bulletin.
Period by period
| Period (UTC) | Change | Wind | Vis | Ceiling | Sky | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0300Z to 1700Z | Initial | 150° at 9 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 1700Z to 2000Z | BECMG | 290° at 9 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Scattered at 12,000 ft AGL | VFR |
| 2000Z to 0500Z | BECMG | 290° at 10-15 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Scattered at 12,000 ft AGL | VFR |
| 2300Z to 0000Z | TEMPO | Variable at 15-25 kt | 5.59 SM | 10,000 ft BKN | Broken at 10,000 ft AGL | VFR |
| 0500Z to 0900Z | BECMG | 150° at 9 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Few at 17,000 ft AGL | VFR |
What the change groups mean
- BECMG
- Becoming — a gradual change over the stated window.
- TEMPO
- Temporary — expected for less than half the period, in spells under an hour.
What the categories mean
- VFR
- Visual flight rules — ceiling above 3,000 ft and visibility greater than 5 SM.
Frequently asked
What is the current TAF for KDMA?
The forecast issued 21 Sep 2026 0300Z for Davis Monthan AFB reads: TAF KDMA 210300Z 2103/2209 15009KT 9999 SKC QNH2997INS BECMG 2117/2118 29009KT 9999 SCT120 QNH2995INS BECMG 2120/2121 29010G15KT 9999 VCTS SCT120CB QNH2997INS TEMPO 2123/2124 VRB15G25KT 9000 -TSRA BKN100CB BECMG 2205/2206 15009KT 9999 NSW FEW170 QNH2995INS TX37/2122Z TN23/2112Z
How far ahead does a TAF forecast?
A TAF covers a 24-hour period at most airports and 30 hours at larger ones, issued four times a day at 0000Z, 0600Z, 1200Z and 1800Z. It describes conditions within roughly 5 statute miles of the airport, not the surrounding area.
What do FM, BECMG and TEMPO mean?
FM (from) marks a rapid, permanent change at the stated time. BECMG (becoming) marks a gradual change over the stated window. TEMPO marks conditions expected for less than half the period, in spells of under an hour each. PROB30 and PROB40 give the probability of the conditions that follow.
More about KDMA
Forecasts from the US National Weather Service Aviation Weather Center. Times are UTC (Zulu). For planning and education only — always confirm with an official preflight briefing.
Something here wrong or out of date? Report a data problem.