Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport

DAUH / HME

Hassi Messaoud, DZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
3 kt
Variable
3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAUH 042100Z VRB03KT 3000 SA SCT040 21/14 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 463 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,463 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DAUH 041700Z 0418/0518 16010KT 6000 FEW040 PROB40 TEMPO 0418/0423 VRB15G25KT 3000 DRSA FEW040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUH
01
19
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 0 ft 0 ft UNK No wind data
18/36 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 184° 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 - DAUH

3,849 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.5%
MVFR
18%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
2.4%

Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 43°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.2%
NE
14.1%
E
17.5%
SE
5.4%
S
8.5%
SW
18.7%
W
11.1%
NW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.5°C
Range: 1°C to 43°C
1°C 43°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

November December October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,849 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAUH
IATA Code: HME
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 463 ft MSL

Location

City: Hassi Messaoud
Country: DZ
Latitude: 31.673000°
Longitude: 6.140440°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport

Overview

Hassi Messaoud-Oued Irara Krim Belkacem Airport serves the oil-rich region of Hassi Messaoud in central Algeria, supporting critical energy infrastructure operations. Located at an elevation of 463 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport is strategically positioned in an arid desert environment. The airport primarily supports commercial, industrial, and potentially military aviation needs in this significant petroleum production area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at the airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 80.5% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds are consistently from the east at an average of 6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature ranges widely from 1°C to 43°C, with an average of 18.9°C, indicating significant thermal variations typical of desert climates.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial 9,843-foot asphalted runway (18/36), providing ample length for various aircraft types. Its desert location suggests potential for clear visibility, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (0.5% of observations). The consistent easterly winds and low precipitation suggest relatively stable approach and departure conditions.

Approach Considerations

Both runways (01/19 and 18/36) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 3.9-4 knots. November, December, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate stable wind conditions and prepare for potential temperature-related performance considerations in this desert environment.

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.