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MVFRCairo Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,500 feet and 5 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (360°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 5 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
|
3,201 ft | 60 ft | ASP | 21° |
↑ 3.8 kt
•
↔ 1.4 kt
20° angle
|
| 14/32 | 4,003 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 140° |
↓ 3.1 kt
•
↔ 2.6 kt
140° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KCIR
13,846 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cairo Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.
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Statistics computed from 13,846 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Cairo Regional Airport
Cairo Regional Airport (KCIR/CIR) is located in Cairo, US at an elevation of 321 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (02/20, 14/32), with the longest at 4,003 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 13,846 weather observations shows KCIR maintains VFR conditions 78.2% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 13.2% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.6% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KCIR come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7.6 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (30.2% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 02/20 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, April, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -15°C (5°F) to 36°C (97°F), averaging 10.7°C (51°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.4 to 30.73 inHg (996-1041 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,846 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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