Eastern Range Operation Forecast Op Number: F2342 Issued: 30 May
2002/2100 EDT Valid: 31 May 2002 45 Weather Squadron web site:
Vehicle/Payload: STS-111 (Endeavour)/ISS UF-2
Location: CX 39A
Launch Weather Officer: Kathy Winters
Synoptic Discussion: KSC will again have a sea breeze by late morning
generating an easterly flow. With plenty of moisture available in the
atmosphere, the low-level convergence caused by the interaction of the
Florida sea breezes will generate thunderstorms in the center portion of the
state. These storms will move towards the east after development causing
concerns for launch. Additionally, upper level wind flow will be stronger
tomorrow increasing the threat from anvil clouds from the thunderstorms that
form inland.
Clouds Coverage Bases (feet) Tops (feet)
Cumulus 3/8 SCT 3500 7000
ALTOCUMULUS 5/8 SCT 10000 13000
CIRRUS 6/8 BKN 25000 28000
Visibility: 7
Wind: 09010 P 14 kt (60 foot pad winds)
Temperature: 78 F RH: 85% Dewpoint: 72 F
Weather: TSTMS VICINITY
Probability of KSC weather prohibiting launch: 70%
Probability of KSC weather prohibiting Tanking: 0%
Primary concern(s): Thunderstorms vicinity.
Probability of KSC weather prohibiting launch for 24 hour delay:
70%
Probability of KSC weather prohibiting Tanking: 0%
Primary concern(s): Thunderstorms vicinity.
Probability of KSC weather prohibiting launch for 48 hour delay:
70%
Probability of KSC weather prohibiting Tanking:
0%
Primary concern(s): Thunderstorms vicinity.
Sunrise: 31 May 0626 EDT Moonrise: 1 June 0106 EDT
Illumination: 63%
Sunset: 30 May 2015 EDT Moonset: 1 June 1204 EDT
Next Forecast will be issued: As required
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