Cap Haitien International Airport

MTCH / CAP

Cap Haitien, HT

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
12 kt
30°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MTCH 041900Z 03012KT 9000 FEW025CB 31/25 Q1016 A3002 RMK:CB/SE/SW

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,510 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cap Haitien International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 12 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10 ft)
Pressure Alt
-103 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,819 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCH
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,701 ft 148 ft ASP 39°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MTCH

1,315 observations | Nov 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.4%
MVFR
14.6%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0%

Cap Haitien International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 33°C with an average of 27°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
32.4%
S
7.2%
W
0.8%
NE
44.3%
NW
1.4%
SE
2.7%
SW
3.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27°C
Range: 17°C to 33°C
17°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November December July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 1,315 METAR observations (Nov 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cap Haitien International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MTCH
IATA Code: CAP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Cap Haitien
Country: HT
Latitude: 19.726734°
Longitude: -72.199576°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,701 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cap Haitien International Airport

Overview

Cap Haitien International Airport serves as a critical aviation gateway in northern Haiti, located near the city of Cap Haitien. Positioned at a low elevation of 10 ft MSL, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations on its single 8,701-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences consistently favorable visual flight conditions, with 91.4% of observations reporting VFR weather. Predominant winds from the northeast at an average of 7.1 knots create stable atmospheric conditions, with temperatures ranging between 17°C and 29°C. November through January represent the most reliable months for VFR operations, offering optimal flying weather.

Notable Features

Cap Haitien International Airport's runway 05/23 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal crosswind averaging just 3.1 knots. The airport's low elevation and geographical position suggest minimal terrain complications, which contributes to predictable approach and departure environments for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Given the consistent northeast winds and runway orientation, runway 05 will typically provide the most comfortable landing configuration. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and negligible probability of fog or significant visibility restrictions. The airport's weather reliability makes it a dependable destination for regional aviation operations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.