Henry E Rohlsen Airport

TISX / STX

Christiansted, VI

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:01Z

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Weather Source: Henry E Rohlsen Airport (TISX)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
21:01Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
13 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI TISX 042101Z 08013KT 10SM -RA FEW003 27/19 A2998 RMK AO2 P0000 T02670194

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 74 ft
FEW 300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
374 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (74 ft)
Pressure Alt
22 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,480 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF TISX 042121Z 0421/0518 09016G24KT P6SM -RA SCT025 SCT050 FM042300 07012KT P6SM SCT030 SCT050 FM051300 09020G26KT P6SM VCSH SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Light Rain
23:00Z FM042300
+2h
VFR 70° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ISX
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
10,004 ft 150 ft ASP 84°
12.2 kt 4.4 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 - TISX

5,571 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.6%
MVFR
7.4%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Henry E Rohlsen Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.3 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.6°C (range: 18°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.1%
NE
23.9%
E
40%
SE
13.8%
S
3.5%
SW
0.9%
W
0.4%
NW
0.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.6°C
Range: 18°C to 33°C
18°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,571 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Henry E Rohlsen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TISX
IATA Code: STX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 74 ft MSL

Location

City: Christiansted
Country: VI
Latitude: 17.701413°
Longitude: -64.802608°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 10,004 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Henry E Rohlsen Airport

Overview

Henry E Rohlsen Airport serves Christiansted, located in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Situated at 74 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the St. Croix region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations with its substantial 10,004-foot runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly excellent visual flight conditions, with VFR conditions present 92.7% of the time. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at an average of 8.1 knots, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 33°C and an average of 26.9°C. Visibility typically remains excellent at 9.8 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 17.701413, -64.802608, the airport features a single runway (10/28) constructed with asphalt surface. The location benefits from stable meteorological conditions, with calm wind periods occurring only 2.8% of the time. Seasonal variations are minimal, with October through December offering the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 3.5 knots, facilitating straightforward approach and landing scenarios. Pilots can expect consistently predictable approach conditions across most of the year.

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.

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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.