What type of weather information is provided in a TAF?

The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) provides expected weather conditions for a specific location, typically an airport, over a predetermined forecast period, usually 24 to 30 hours. This forecast includes important elements such as wind direction and speed, visibility, and expected weather phenomena like precipitation, clouds, and significant weather changes. TAFs are crucial for pilots and air traffic control as they offer forecasts tailored for aerodrome operations, thus ensuring safe and efficient flight planning and operations.

In contrast, the other options do not reflect the specific nature of TAFs. Current weather conditions represent a snapshot of the atmosphere at a given time and do not provide the predictive information integral to a TAF. Long-term climate trends pertain to patterns observed over extended periods, which is not relevant for immediate weather forecasting as seen in TAFs. Similarly, air pressure readings at altitude are a specific data point and do not encompass the comprehensive forecast that a TAF provides.