Saint Cloud Regional Airport

KSTC / STC

Saint Cloud, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
02:53Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
170°
6 SM
Visibility
700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSTC 050253Z 17004KT 6SM BR OVC007 03/03 A3000 RMK AO2 SLP177 T00330028 55003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,031 ft
OVC 700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,731 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,031 ft)
Pressure Alt
949 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -244 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSTC 050256Z 0503/0524 14002KT 4SM BR BKN008 FM050800 10003KT 1/2SM FG OVC002 FM051500 11007KT 5SM BR BKN008 FM051800 12012KT P6SM BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:32Z BASE
+0h
IFR 140° 2 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist
08:00Z FM050800
+5h
LIFR 100° 3 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
15:00Z FM051500
+12h
IFR 110° 7 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
STC
05
23
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 59°
1.4 kt 3.7 kt
111° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
7,000 ft 150 ft CON 136°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSTC

5,004 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.9%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
7.9%
LIFR
3%

Saint Cloud Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 14.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
3.4%
E
9.1%
SE
13.2%
S
14%
SW
4.7%
W
9.9%
NW
23.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.5°C
Range: -32°C to 33°C
-32°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

October March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,004 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Saint Cloud Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSTC
IATA Code: STC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,031 ft MSL

Location

City: Saint Cloud
Country: US
Latitude: 45.546600°
Longitude: -94.059898°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Saint Cloud Regional Airport

Overview

Saint Cloud Regional Airport serves central Minnesota as a medium-sized airport located northwest of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Situated at an elevation of 1,031 feet MSL near Saint Cloud, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two runways support various general aviation, commercial, and potential military operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KSTC demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 66.6% of observations. Pilots can expect northwest winds averaging 8.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature ranges from -31°C to 33°C suggest extreme seasonal variations, making preflight weather briefings crucial for safe operations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 3,000-foot asphalt runway (05/23) and a longer 7,000-foot concrete runway (13/31). Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, which provides consistent approach options. The airport's geographical position in central Minnesota likely involves relatively flat terrain typical of the region's landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection can be confidently determined by prevailing northwest winds, with average crosswind components of 7.1 knots on 05/23 and 3.5 knots on 13/31. October, November, and September offer statistically the most favorable VFR conditions for pilots. Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, with only 3.6% of observations experiencing reduced visibility or fog conditions.

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.