KLAX TAF
Terminal aerodrome forecast for Los Angeles International (LAX · KLAX), Los Angeles, CA. Issued 5 Nov 2026 1120Z, valid 1200Z to 1800Z, decoded period by period below. · Open on the map
All of Los Angeles International — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherTAF issued 5 Nov 2026 1120Z
valid 1200Z to 1800ZTAF KLAX 051120Z 0512/0618 06005KT P6SM SKC FM051700 26005KT P6SM SKC FM051900 26010KT P6SM SKC FM060300 27006KT P6SM SKC FM060800 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM061700 26005KT P6SM SKC
Times are UTC (Zulu), as they appear in the bulletin.
Period by period
| Period (UTC) | Change | Wind | Vis | Ceiling | Sky | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1200Z to 1700Z | Initial | 060° at 5 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 1700Z to 1900Z | FM | 260° at 5 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 1900Z to 0300Z | FM | 260° at 10 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 0300Z to 0800Z | FM | 270° at 6 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 0800Z to 1700Z | FM | Variable at 3 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 1700Z to 1800Z | FM | 260° at 5 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
What the change groups mean
- FM
- From — a rapid, permanent change to the conditions that follow.
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 KLAX?
The forecast issued 5 Nov 2026 1120Z for Los Angeles International reads: TAF KLAX 051120Z 0512/0618 06005KT P6SM SKC FM051700 26005KT P6SM SKC FM051900 26010KT P6SM SKC FM060300 27006KT P6SM SKC FM060800 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM061700 26005KT P6SM SKC
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 KLAX
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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