Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport

DATM / BMW

Bordj Badji Mokhtar, DZ

Last Updated
Apr 10, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -6°C
3 kt
180°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DATM 102100Z 18003KT 140V230 8000 NSC 33/M06 Q1012

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 DATM 102000Z 1021/1106 20008KT 8000 NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:07Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ATM
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,843 ft 148 ft ASPH
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DATM

4,519 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.5%
MVFR
25.7%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
1.5%

Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
28.2%
NE
20.1%
E
15%
SE
6.8%
S
7.6%
SW
4.3%
W
7.1%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.2°C
Range: 5°C to 43°C
5°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,519 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DATM
IATA Code: BMW
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,303 ft MSL

Location

City: Bordj Badji Mokhtar
Country: DZ
Latitude: 21.377800°
Longitude: 0.926980°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport

Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (DATM/BMW) is located in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, DZ at an elevation of 1,303 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 9,843 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 68.5% of the time based on 4,519 observations, DATM requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 5.9% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at DATM come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 7.6 knots and recorded gusts up to 36 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.1%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 5.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are November, December, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 5°C (41°F) to 43°C (109°F), averaging 24.2°C (76°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.08 to 10.14 inHg (341-343 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 4,519 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.