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Temperature

T

Precise Temperature / Dewpoint

Provides temperature and dewpoint to the nearest tenth of a degree Celsius in the remarks section, encoded as an eight-digit group. The first digit indicates the sign of the temperature (0 = positive, 1 = negative), followed by three digits for temperature; then the sign and three digits for dewpoint. For example, T02170183 means temperature 21.7C and dewpoint 18.3C.

Examples in METAR Reports

T02170183
T10171022
T00561050

Frequently Asked Questions

What does T mean in a METAR?

T stands for "Precise Temperature / Dewpoint" in the remarks section of a METAR report. Provides temperature and dewpoint to the nearest tenth of a degree Celsius in the remarks section, encoded as an eight-digit group. The first digit indicates the sign of the temperature (0 = positive, 1 = negative), followed by three digits for temperature; then the sign and three digits for dewpoint. For example, T02170183 means temperature 21.7C and dewpoint 18.3C.

Where does T appear in a METAR?

T appears in the remarks (RMK) section at the end of a METAR observation. The remarks section follows the main body of the METAR and provides additional details about the observation that don't fit into the standard coded format.

Can you give an example of T in a METAR?

Here is an example: "T02170183". This appears in the remarks section and indicates precise temperature / dewpoint information as part of the weather observation.

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