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DESERT MOUNTAIN OLD SCHOOL HG/PG LAUNCH

13🟡 Marginal

USA · Takeoff 1927 m

Forecast next days

2026-07-0444

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~1754 m, viento fuerte (29 km/h).

Wind max: 29 km/h
Base: 1754 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 2.4
2026-07-0560

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~2182 m, viento fuerte (25 km/h).

Wind max: 25 km/h
Base: 2182 m
CAPE: 30
LI: 1.0
2026-07-0695

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~1965 m, viento 9 km/h.

Wind max: 9 km/h
Base: 1965 m
CAPE: 150
LI: -2.2
2026-07-0795

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~2283 m, viento 9 km/h.

Wind max: 9 km/h
Base: 2283 m
CAPE: 330
LI: -2.1

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DESERT MOUNTAIN OLD SCHOOL HG/PG LAUNCH is a paragliding launch site in USA, near Columbia Falls. Takeoff elevation is 1927 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 13/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: N, W, NW. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.