Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport

DABB / AAE

Annaba, DZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DABB 222300Z VRB02KT 6000 BKN006 16/15 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
616 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 600 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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: Mist, Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 18:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 19:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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 DABB 221700Z 2218/2318 06008KT 3000 BKN010 TEMPO 2218/2308 1200 BR BKN004 PROB40 TEMPO 2219/2307 0100 FG BECMG 2308/2310 6000 FEW016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:20Z BASE
+0h
IFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABB
05
23
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 7,513 ft 148 ft ASP 51° No wind data
18/36 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 186° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DABB

6,360 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.2%
MVFR
15%
IFR
2%
LIFR
1.8%

Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 53 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 53 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.2%
NE
14.1%
E
4.9%
SE
2.5%
S
10.2%
SW
30.6%
W
18.1%
NW
6.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.3°C
Range: 1°C to 34°C
1°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,360 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DABB
IATA Code: AAE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Annaba
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.826781°
Longitude: 7.813340°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,513 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport

Overview

Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport serves the coastal city of Annaba in northeastern Algeria, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at 36.826781, 7.813340 with an elevation of 16 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two asphalted runways offer substantial operational capacity for commercial and general aviation traffic.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Annaba are predominantly favorable, with VFR conditions present 85.9% of the time. Prevailing southwest winds at an average of 7 knots and temperatures ranging from 4°C to 34°C (average 16.7°C) create stable flying environments. September, October, and January represent the most consistent VFR months, with minimal instances of low visibility or adverse weather.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 05/23 measuring 7,513 ft and 18/36 measuring 9,843 ft, both constructed of asphalt. Wind patterns demonstrate consistent directional predictability, with southwest winds at 225° dominating local meteorological conditions. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 44 knots, though calm conditions occur 2.2% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Both runways offer 100% favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind components (2.8kt for 05/23, 4.8kt for 18/36). Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare occurrences of restricted visibility (fog present only 1.2% of observations). Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological 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

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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.