KEFD TAF
Terminal aerodrome forecast for Ellington (EFD · KEFD), Houston, TX. Issued 5 Nov 2026 1200Z, valid 1200Z to 1800Z, decoded period by period below. · Open on the map
All of Ellington — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherTAF issued 5 Nov 2026 1200Z
valid 1200Z to 1800ZTAF KEFD 051200Z 0512/0618 09003KT 9999 SKC QNH2988INS TX26/0522Z TN13/0512Z
Times are UTC (Zulu), as they appear in the bulletin.
Period by period
| Period (UTC) | Change | Wind | Vis | Ceiling | Sky | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1200Z to 1800Z | Initial | 090° at 3 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| ||||||
TX26/0522ZMaximum temperature 26°C at 2200Z on the 5thTN13/0512ZMinimum temperature 13°C at 1200Z on the 5th
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 KEFD?
The forecast issued 5 Nov 2026 1200Z for Ellington reads: TAF KEFD 051200Z 0512/0618 09003KT 9999 SKC QNH2988INS TX26/0522Z TN13/0512Z
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 KEFD
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.
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