Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport

DATM / BMW

Bordj Badji Mokhtar, DZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
10 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DATM 221100Z 04010KT 320V030 CAVOK 36/// Q1013

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 10 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

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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TAF DATM 220800Z 2209/2218 34006KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

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: 08
9,843 ft 148 ft ASPH
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DATM

4,768 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.3%
MVFR
27.1%
IFR
4.2%
LIFR
1.4%

Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 5.6% 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
28.6%
NE
19.7%
E
14.5%
SE
6.8%
S
7.5%
SW
4.3%
W
7.7%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°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 4,768 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 67.3% of the time based on 4,768 observations, DATM requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 5.6% 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 24.3°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 4,768 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.