The weather outlook for Friday's launch opportunity remains perfect for
the Delta 2 rocket's climb from California, according to the latest
forecast issued by Air Force meteorologists this morning.
"A cold frontal boundary pushed through the Central Coast area
earlier this morning causing the disruption of the marine layer over
Vandenberg AFB. This frontal passage has contributed to the improved
visibility and sky conditions. High pressure begins to build in the
Great Basin and over the Pacific. Offshore flow will set up on Thursday,
keeping the marine layer well offshore through Saturday,"
meteorologists report.
Conditions at the 2:48 a.m. PDT launch time are predicted to
include just a few high cirrus clouds at 25,000 feet, unrestricted
visibility, easterly winds 8 to 12 knots and a temperature between 47
and 52 degrees F.
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