METAR Abbreviations

METAR Abbreviations

METAR Abbreviations


C. J.
This flashcard set covers meteorological abbreviations used in aviation reports, focusing on weather phenomena like snow, hail, and precipitation types. It includes terms for temperature extremes, ice, and various atmospheric conditions. Pilots and meteorologists benefit from this set to decode METAR reports accurately, ensuring safe and informed flight operations.
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07.11.2023 / 09.12.2023

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VC

Vicinity (8-16km)

MI

shallow (dünn)

BC

patches (Bänke)

PR

partial

DR

low drifting

BL

blowing

SH

shower(s)

TS

thunderstrom

FZ

freezing

DZ

drizzle (NIesel)

RA

rain

SN

snow

SG

snow grains

PL

ice pellets

GR

hail

GS

small hail and/or snow pellets (Graupel)

UP

unidentified precipitation

FG

fog

BR

mist

FU

smoke

VA

volcanic ash

DU

widespread dust

SA

sand

HZ

haze

RE

recent

WS

windshear

FM

from

TL

until

AT

at (time)

TX

max temperature

TN

min temperature

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