METARS
Lesson Summary
A METAR is a Meteorological Aerodrome Report, also known as the Meteorological Terminal Aviation Routine Weather Report, providing accurate current weather conditions in a standard international format. It is used regularly unless significant changes occur, with special METAR reports issued as needed.
There are many components of the METAR including:
- Type of report
- Station identifier
- Time and Report Modifier
- Wind
- Visibility
- Runway Visual Range
- Present Weather
- Sky Condition
- Temperature/ Dewpoint
- Altimeter
- Remarks Section
Understanding how to decode a METAR is crucial for interpreting weather reports effectively. It serves as a foundation for comprehending more complex weather information in aviation.