KNKX TAF
Terminal aerodrome forecast for Miramar MCAS (Joe Foss Field) (NKX · KNKX), San Diego, CA. Issued 21 Sep 2026 0000Z, valid 0000Z to 0600Z, decoded period by period below. · Open on the map
All of Miramar MCAS (Joe Foss Field) — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherTAF issued 21 Sep 2026 0000Z
valid 0000Z to 0600ZTAF KNKX 210000Z 2100/2206 27008KT 9999 SKC QNH2990INS FM210200 VRB04KT 9999 SKC QNH2988INS FM210500 07005KT 9999 SCT020 QNH2989INS FM211200 08006KT 9999 SCT025 QNH2990INS FM211600 29008KT 9999 SKC QNH2991INS FM212000 28006KT 9999 FEW030 QNH2990INS TX25/2121Z TN17/2107Z
Times are UTC (Zulu), as they appear in the bulletin.
Period by period
| Period (UTC) | Change | Wind | Vis | Ceiling | Sky | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0000Z to 0200Z | Initial | 270° at 8 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 0200Z to 0500Z | FM | Variable at 4 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 0500Z to 1200Z | FM | 070° at 5 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Scattered at 2,000 ft AGL | VFR |
| 1200Z to 1600Z | FM | 080° at 6 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Scattered at 2,500 ft AGL | VFR |
| 1600Z to 2000Z | FM | 290° at 8 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Clear below 12,000 ft | VFR |
| 2000Z to 0600Z | FM | 280° at 6 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Few at 3,000 ft AGL | 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 KNKX?
The forecast issued 21 Sep 2026 0000Z for Miramar MCAS (Joe Foss Field) reads: TAF KNKX 210000Z 2100/2206 27008KT 9999 SKC QNH2990INS FM210200 VRB04KT 9999 SKC QNH2988INS FM210500 07005KT 9999 SCT020 QNH2989INS FM211200 08006KT 9999 SCT025 QNH2990INS FM211600 29008KT 9999 SKC QNH2991INS FM212000 28006KT 9999 FEW030 QNH2990INS TX25/2121Z TN17/2107Z
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 KNKX
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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