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Thompson Peak

8⛔ Not flyable

USA · Takeoff 2314 m

Forecast next days

2026-10-1330

No recomendable para volar, base de cúmulos ~2093 m, viento 16 km/h.

Wind max: 16 km/h
Base: 2093 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 12.8
2026-10-1440

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~2726 m, viento 13 km/h.

Wind max: 13 km/h
Base: 2726 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 8.6
2026-10-1530

No recomendable para volar, base de cúmulos ~2399 m, viento 17 km/h.

Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 2399 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 10.1
2026-10-1640

Condiciones marginales, base de cúmulos ~2758 m, viento 12 km/h.

Wind max: 12 km/h
Base: 2758 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 9.0

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Takeoff description

Launch is at 7777 ft and at a fire observatory, which may be locked 1.35 miles from the top.

About this site

Thompson Peak is a paragliding launch site in USA, near Janesville. Takeoff elevation is 2314 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 8/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: NE. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.