Cibao International Airport

MDST / STI

Santiago, DO

Last Updated
Apr 23, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
0 kt
5 km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MDST 230800Z 00000KT 5000 BR BKN012 22/21 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 565 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,765 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Cibao International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,200 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 07:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MDST 230400Z 2306/2406 00000KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 2307/2309 4000 BR BKN012 PROB40 2315/2321 6000 TSRA FEW014CB BKN016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z PROB40
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DST
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 8,595 ft 148 ft ASP 103°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
103° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MDST

5,294 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.6%
MVFR
28.9%
IFR
3%
LIFR
1.5%

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.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 47 kt
Calm Winds: 39.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.1%
NE
4.8%
E
35%
SE
11.2%
S
0.9%
SW
0.6%
W
4.2%
NW
1.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.7°C
Range: 14°C to 36°C
14°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

November September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,294 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cibao International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MDST
IATA Code: STI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 565 ft MSL

Location

City: Santiago
Country: DO
Latitude: 19.406099°
Longitude: -70.604698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,595 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

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.

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.