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Weather Briefing
VFRCyril E. King Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 13 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 22 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
|
7,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 87° |
↑ 12.8 kt
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↔ 2.3 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - TIST
5,553 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cyril E. King Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.9 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.7°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, January, May.
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Statistics computed from 5,553 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Cyril E. King Airport - Airport Information
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About Cyril E. King Airport
Overview
Cyril E. King Airport serves Charlotte Amalie, located in the U.S. Virgin Islands, functioning as a critical medium-sized airport for regional and international transportation. Situated at 23 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 18.337091, -64.977251, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Caribbean region.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at TIST are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 94.2% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 8.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 34°C and an average visibility of 9.8 statute miles. January, November, and December represent the most consistently good VFR months for operations.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (10/28) measuring 7,000 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind conditions heavily favor runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.5 knots. The geographic location in the Caribbean creates a relatively stable meteorological environment with minimal adverse weather interruptions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 10/28 presents predictable approach conditions, with easterly winds consistently supporting operations. Pilots can expect minimal meteorological challenges, with IFR conditions occurring in less than 1.2% of observations. The low occurrence of low visibility events (fog at 0%, visibility below 3SM at 0.5%) suggests generally reliable visual approach opportunities.
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