Hassi R'Mel Airport

DAFH / HRM

Hassi R'Mel, DZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 9 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
6 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAFH 221800Z 22006KT 190V360 9999 FEW040 SCT200 29/M04 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,540 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,540 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,540 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hassi R'Mel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 8.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DAFH 221700Z 2218/2303 28008KT 9999 FEW040 SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AFH
08
26 ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,835 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
4,695 ft 100 ft ASP 88°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAFH

2,663 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.7%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
1.7%

Hassi R'Mel Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
15%
N
12.7%
S
7%
W
14.5%
NE
7.7%
NW
15.7%
SE
7.3%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.4°C
Range: -1°C to 37°C
-1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 2,663 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hassi R'Mel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAFH
IATA Code: HRM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,540 ft MSL

Location

City: Hassi R'Mel
Country: DZ
Latitude: 32.930401°
Longitude: 3.311540°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,835 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 4,695 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hassi R'Mel Airport

Overview

Hassi R'Mel Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Algeria, situated at an elevation of 2,540 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves the Hassi R'Mel region, which is known for its significant natural gas and petroleum infrastructure. Its strategic location and substantial runway lengths make it an important facility for regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 91.8% of observations supporting VFR flight. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 37°C, with an average of 16.8°C, indicating potentially significant thermal variations. Winds are primarily from the southwest at 225° with an average speed of 8.8 knots, and visibility typically remains excellent at 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

Both primary runways (08/26 and 09/27) are constructed with asphalt surfaces, with the main runway 08/26 offering an impressive 9,835-foot length. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning suggest a semi-arid environment with potential for thermal and wind-related challenges. The airport demonstrates consistent wind conditions, with calm periods occurring only 4.3% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Both runways offer highly favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility for approaches. Average crosswind components remain low at approximately 5 knots, providing comfortable landing conditions. October, November, and September represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots operating at Hassi R'Mel Airport.

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.