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Tue 16/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (NNW) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 32kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1746 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 60% Updraft Velocity 3.02m/s 592 ft/min |
Temperature 37 C It will be very hot on the ground. Stay in the shade and drink plenty of water. Fly with water.It will be down to 19.5 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 64.8km downwind XC or 21.6 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from NNW . The wind on the top launches will be from NNW at 25kph gusting to 36kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Tue 16/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (NNW) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 36kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 3417 m Great height for flying XC. 10,000ft day!!! Warning C Airspace above 8500ft over Bakewell |
Thermal Quality 70% Updraft Velocity 3.94m/s 772 ft/min |
Temperature 39 C It will be very hot on the ground. Stay in the shade and drink plenty of water. Fly with water.It will be down to 4.8 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 99.75km downwind XC or 21 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from NNW . The wind on the top launches will be from NNW at 32kph gusting to 46kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Tue 16/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (WSW) 47kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. |
Winds Aloft (NNE) 43kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 811 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 40% Updraft Velocity 2.29m/s 449 ft/min |
Temperature 36 C It will be very hot on the ground. Stay in the shade and drink plenty of water. Fly with water.It will be down to 27.9 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 43km downwind XC or 0 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from WSW . The wind on the top launches will be from WSW at 50kph gusting to 58kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Tue 16/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (WSW) 43kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. |
Winds Aloft (NNE) 47kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 508 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 20% Updraft Velocity 1.58m/s 310 ft/min |
Temperature 32 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 26.9 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 21km downwind XC or 0 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from WSW . The wind on the top launches will be from WSW at 47kph gusting to 53kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Wed 17/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (WSW) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: light |
Thermal Height 978 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 70% Updraft Velocity 2.59m/s 508 ft/min |
Temperature 25 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 63km downwind XC or 21 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from WSW . The wind on the top launches will be from WSW at 25kph gusting to 34kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Wed 17/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (WSW) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: light |
Thermal Height 1101 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 80% Updraft Velocity 2.76m/s 541 ft/min |
Temperature 27 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 88.8km downwind XC or 24 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from WSW . The wind on the top launches will be from WSW at 29kph gusting to 39kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Wed 17/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (WSW) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: light |
Thermal Height 1092 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 70% Updraft Velocity 2.57m/s 504 ft/min |
Temperature 28 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 77.7km downwind XC or 21 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from WSW . The wind on the top launches will be from WSW at 29kph gusting to 38kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Wed 17/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SW) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 902 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 50% Updraft Velocity 1.98m/s 388 ft/min |
Temperature 26 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 47.5km downwind XC or 10 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SW . The wind on the top launches will be from SW at 32kph gusting to 39kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Thu 18/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 32kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1176 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 60% Updraft Velocity 2.8m/s 549 ft/min |
Temperature 26 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 68.4km downwind XC or 14.4 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 32kph gusting to 42kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 81%.
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Thu 18/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1458 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 80% Updraft Velocity 3.04m/s 596 ft/min |
Temperature 29 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 88.8km downwind XC or 24 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 29kph gusting to 40kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 67%.
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Thu 18/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 1631 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 80% Updraft Velocity 2.93m/s 574 ft/min |
Temperature 31 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 14.7 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 88.8km downwind XC or 24 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 29kph gusting to 40kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 88%.
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Thu 18/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 1576 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 60% Updraft Velocity 2.28m/s 447 ft/min |
Temperature 31 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 15.2 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 68.4km downwind XC or 14.4 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 32kph gusting to 40kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 100%.
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Fri 19/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (E) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 944 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 70% Updraft Velocity 2.55m/s 500 ft/min |
Temperature 27 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 64.75km downwind XC or 17.5 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from E . The wind on the top launches will be from E at 25kph gusting to 34kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Fri 19/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1322 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 2.89m/s 566 ft/min |
Temperature 31 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 17.8 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 105km downwind XC or 42 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 18kph gusting to 28kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Fri 19/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 14kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 11kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1796 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 2.95m/s 578 ft/min |
Temperature 33 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 15 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 102km downwind XC or 48 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 14kph gusting to 25kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 92%.
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Fri 19/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SSE) 14kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 11kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 1906 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 2.36m/s 463 ft/min |
Temperature 34 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 14.9 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 102km downwind XC or 48 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SSE . The wind on the top launches will be from SSE at 14kph gusting to 22kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 92%.
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Sat 20/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: light |
Thermal Height 929 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 60% Updraft Velocity 2.55m/s 500 ft/min |
Temperature 28 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 57km downwind XC or 12 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 32kph gusting to 41kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Sat 20/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1403 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 90% Updraft Velocity 2.99m/s 586 ft/min |
Temperature 32 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 18 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 99.9km downwind XC or 27 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 25kph gusting to 36kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 62%.
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Sat 20/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 14kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 2053 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 3.15m/s 617 ft/min |
Temperature 33 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 12.5 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 117km downwind XC or 39 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 22kph gusting to 33kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 67%.
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Sat 20/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SSE) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 1910 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 90% Updraft Velocity 2.41m/s 472 ft/min |
Temperature 34 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 14.9 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 99.9km downwind XC or 27 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SSE . The wind on the top launches will be from SSE at 25kph gusting to 34kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 81%.
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Sun 21/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 25kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 995 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 70% Updraft Velocity 2.6m/s 510 ft/min |
Temperature 29 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 64.75km downwind XC or 17.5 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 25kph gusting to 34kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Sun 21/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 1724 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 3.22m/s 631 ft/min |
Temperature 32 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 14.8 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 108km downwind XC or 36 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 25kph gusting to 37kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 58%.
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Sun 21/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 14kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 2045 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 3.13m/s 613 ft/min |
Temperature 34 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 13.6 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 113.75km downwind XC or 45.5 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 22kph gusting to 33kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 83%.
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Sun 21/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SSE) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1831 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 90% Updraft Velocity 2.36m/s 463 ft/min |
Temperature 34 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 15.7 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 97.2km downwind XC or 32.4 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SSE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 25kph gusting to 33kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 81%.
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Mon 22/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (E) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 29kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 839 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 60% Updraft Velocity 2.44m/s 478 ft/min |
Temperature 30 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 21.6 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 57km downwind XC or 12 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from E . The wind on the top launches will be from E at 29kph gusting to 38kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Mon 22/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 1515 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 3.04m/s 596 ft/min |
Temperature 34 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 18.9 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 108km downwind XC or 36 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from E at 22kph gusting to 33kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Mon 22/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 14kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 14kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: high |
Thermal Height 2192 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 3.16m/s 619 ft/min |
Temperature 36 C It will be very hot on the ground. Stay in the shade and drink plenty of water. Fly with water.It will be down to 14.1 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 110.5km downwind XC or 52 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 18kph gusting to 29kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Mon 22/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 2164 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 90% Updraft Velocity 2.45m/s 480 ft/min |
Temperature 36 C It will be very hot on the ground. Stay in the shade and drink plenty of water. Fly with water.It will be down to 14.4 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 105.3km downwind XC or 35.1 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 22kph gusting to 31kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 71%.
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Tue 23/12/2025 1100 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SE) 11kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 7kph Light Winds, no turbulence expected. Vertical Wind Shear: extreme |
Thermal Height 1403 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 2.76m/s 541 ft/min |
Temperature 31 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 17 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 99km downwind XC or 54 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SE . The wind on the top launches will be from SE at 7kph gusting to 17kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 75%.
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Tue 23/12/2025 1300 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SW) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. |
Winds Aloft (N) 7kph Light Winds, no turbulence expected. Vertical Wind Shear: extreme |
Thermal Height 2020 m Great height for flying XC. |
Thermal Quality 100% Updraft Velocity 3.23m/s 633 ft/min |
Temperature 33 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 12.8 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 113.75km downwind XC or 45.5 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SW . The wind on the top launches will be from SW at 14kph gusting to 26kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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Tue 23/12/2025 1500 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (SSE) 22kph Strong winds, expect rough air, Downwind tasks possible only. |
Winds Aloft (N) 18kph Moderate winds, light turbulence possible. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 800 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 80% Updraft Velocity 2.28m/s 447 ft/min |
Temperature 30 C It will be hot on the ground. Stay hydrated. It will be down to 22 C in the air. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 72km downwind XC or 24 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from SSE . The wind on the top launches will be from S at 22kph gusting to 30kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 88%.
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Tue 23/12/2025 1700 AWS |
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Wind on the Ground (ESE) 43kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. |
Winds Aloft (NNE) 47kph Dangerous winds! It will be very rough with strong rotor and turbulence. Vertical Wind Shear: moderate |
Thermal Height 769 m XC Possible but difficult conditions. |
Thermal Quality 30% Updraft Velocity 1.9m/s 372 ft/min |
Temperature 27 C It will be warm and pleasant on the ground. |
XC Potential (4hrs) 31.5km downwind XC or 0 km Triangle Possible by Sport Class Pilot. |
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The wind on the ground will be from ESE . The wind on the top launches will be from ESE at 47kph gusting to 54kph In a N () Ridge soaring will be ... probably not a good idea. The chance of it being magic is 0%.
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This is aimed primarily at the club level pilot who wants to know what to expect for the next week.
Data is calculated from the GFS model data using the RASP calculations daily.
Wind strengths are graded for aircraft suitability. 
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Wind speeds are average wind speeds, gusts will be higher.
Conditions are graded for how the average pilot will feel about them. ![]()
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