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METAR Intensity & Proximity

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Vicinity

In the vicinity of the station — between 5 and 10 statute miles from the point of observation in the United States. Example: VCTS is a thunderstorm in the vicinity.

Source FAA, Key to Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) and Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) · checked 2026-08-25

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