Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport

DAUB / BSK

Biskra, DZ

Last Updated
Jun 7, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
38°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
110°
1.5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAUB 071800Z 11007KT 1500 SA SCT040 SCT100 38/09 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 289 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,289 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,289 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 1.5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 7 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.5 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 38°C (100°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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 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: Blowing Sand. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Blowing Sand between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums.

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 DAUB 071700Z 0718/0818 13014KT 8000 FEW040 SCT100 PROB30 0718/0722 1200 BLSA BECMG 0720/0722 07008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:04Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 130° 14 kt
Visibility: 8 km
20:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 70° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUB
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
9,469 ft 148 ft ASP 130°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAUB

5,980 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.9%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.3%

Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 46 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 46 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
15.5%
N
12.3%
S
4.6%
W
7.3%
NE
8%
NW
32.6%
SE
13.1%
SW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 20°C
Range: 3°C to 41°C
3°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October November June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,980 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAUB
IATA Code: BSK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 289 ft MSL

Location

City: Biskra
Country: DZ
Latitude: 34.793301°
Longitude: 5.738230°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 9,469 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport

Overview

Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport serves the city of Biskra in northeastern Algeria, situated at an elevation of 289 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides essential regional aviation infrastructure with its single runway 13/31, measuring 9,469 feet in length and constructed with asphalt surface. Its strategic location supports both commercial and potentially military aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 86.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the northwest (315°) at an average speed of 6.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 46 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 39°C, with an average of 18.8°C, indicating significant thermal variations that pilots should consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 34.793301, 5.738230, the airport is positioned in a region with potentially challenging desert environmental conditions. The runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions for runway 13/31 and an average crosswind component of only 2.2 knots. Visibility is consistently excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

October, November, and September represent the optimal months for VFR operations, offering the most stable flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate northwest wind patterns when planning approaches, with the runway well-aligned to prevailing wind directions. The low occurrence of adverse weather (IFR conditions at only 0.3%) suggests generally predictable and straightforward approach and landing scenarios.

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.