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MVFRCibao International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 8 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,400 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.
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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 11/29 | 8,595 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 103° |
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Weather Statistics - MDST
5,294 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Cibao International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 47 knots. Calm conditions occur 39.5% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 36°C with an average of 24.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, December.
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Statistics computed from 5,294 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Cibao International Airport
Overview
Cibao International Airport serves Santiago, Dominican Republic as a medium-sized airport situated at 565 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 19.406099, -70.604698, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Cibao region, supporting regional and commercial air traffic with a substantial 8,595-foot runway.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 70.7% of the time, with marginal VFR conditions occurring in 23.8% of observations. Prevailing easterly winds average 6.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from 14°C to 36°C and an average of 25.2°C. Notably, the airport experiences calm wind conditions 43.9% of the time, which can impact aircraft operations.
Notable Features
Runway 11/29 is an asphalt surface oriented east-west, with winds favorable to the runway 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 2.3 knots, providing generally stable approach conditions. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 47 knots, indicating potential occasional challenging wind conditions.
Approach Considerations
November, September, and December represent the best VFR months for operations, with consistently favorable weather conditions. Pilots should expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with fog present in only 1.7% of observations. The consistent wind patterns and low crosswind make Runway 11/29 reliably accessible for most aircraft operations.
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