Cyril E. King Airport

TIST / STT

Charlotte Amalie, VI

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
02:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
4 kt
100°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TIST 230253Z AUTO 10004KT 10SM CLR 26/19 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP149 T02610194 51010 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cyril E. King Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (23 ft)
Pressure Alt
-30 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,296 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF TIST 222341Z 2300/2324 03005KT P6SM FEW035 FM231400 12010KT P6SM SCT030 FM232200 07008KT P6SM FEW025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM231400
+11h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IST
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - TIST

5,063 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.9%
MVFR
5.5%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.6%

Cyril E. King Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 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, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 3.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.8%
NE
9.7%
E
53.9%
SE
23.4%
S
3.8%
SW
1.6%
W
0.9%
NW
0.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.7°C
Range: 21°C to 34°C
21°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,063 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cyril E. King Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TIST
IATA Code: STT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Charlotte Amalie
Country: VI
Latitude: 18.337091°
Longitude: -64.977251°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

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.

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

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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.