What information does a METAR report not typically include?

A METAR report, which is an aviation routine weather report, typically provides specific observations about current weather conditions at an airport or weather station.

The information included in a METAR usually covers wind direction and speed, visibility measurements, temperature, dew point, cloud cover, and significant weather conditions at the time of reporting. Importantly, a METAR report is not meant to contain forecast data, as its primary purpose is to present observations rather than predictions about future weather conditions.

Including forecast data would deviate from the objective of providing immediate, factual conditions that are pertinent to pilots, air traffic controllers, and other stakeholders needing current weather information. Hence, the absence of forecast data in a METAR report distinguishes it from other types of meteorological reports that might include predictions.