KSAN TAF
Terminal aerodrome forecast for San Diego International (SAN · KSAN), San Diego, CA. Issued 5 Nov 2026 1442Z, valid 1500Z to 1800Z, decoded period by period below. · Open on the map
All of San Diego International — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherTAF issued 5 Nov 2026 1442Z
valid 1500Z to 1800ZTAF KSAN 051442Z 0515/0618 VRB03KT P6SM FEW025 FEW200 FM051900 29009KT P6SM FEW200 FM060200 VRB03KT P6SM SCT200
Times are UTC (Zulu), as they appear in the bulletin.
Period by period
| Period (UTC) | Change | Wind | Vis | Ceiling | Sky | Cat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500Z to 1900Z | Initial | Variable at 3 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Few at 2,500 ft AGL, Few at 20,000 ft AGL | VFR |
| 1900Z to 0200Z | FM | 290° at 9 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Few at 20,000 ft AGL | VFR |
| 0200Z to 1800Z | FM | Variable at 3 kt | 6+ SM | Clear | Scattered at 20,000 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 KSAN?
The forecast issued 5 Nov 2026 1442Z for San Diego International reads: TAF KSAN 051442Z 0515/0618 VRB03KT P6SM FEW025 FEW200 FM051900 29009KT P6SM FEW200 FM060200 VRB03KT P6SM SCT200
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 KSAN
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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