Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport

DAUZ / IAM

In Aménas, DZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
10 kt
80°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAUZ 040300Z 08010KT 8000 SCT046 14/M03 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,847 ft
SCT 4,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,447 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DAUZ 032300Z 0400/0424 06008KT 8000 SCT040 SCT080 PROB30 TEMPO 0400/0404 3000 SA BECMG 0415/0418 32010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km
15:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 320° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUZ
05 ✈️
23
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 47°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
14/32 7,218 ft 98 ft ASP 145°
4.2 kt 9.1 kt
65° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAUZ

3,824 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.6%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
5.4%
LIFR
0.7%

Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.2%
NE
14.2%
E
28.7%
SE
13.5%
S
4.2%
SW
5.7%
W
16.2%
NW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.9°C
Range: 0°C to 41°C
0°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,824 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAUZ
IATA Code: IAM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,847 ft MSL

Location

City: In Aménas
Country: DZ
Latitude: 28.051500°
Longitude: 9.642910°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport

Overview

Zarzaitine - In Aménas Airport serves the In Aménas region in Algeria, functioning as a medium-sized airport located at 1847 ft mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 28.051500, 9.642910, the airport provides critical infrastructure for regional aviation operations in this part of southern Algeria.

Flying Conditions

With predominantly VFR conditions (87.2% of observations), the airport offers stable flying weather throughout the year. Temperatures range from 0°C to 41°C with an average of 18.6°C, while winds typically blow from the east at an average of 7.4 knots. October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable flying months, with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways: a primary 05/23 runway extending 9,843 feet and a secondary 14/32 runway measuring 7,218 feet. Both runways demonstrate nearly identical wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind (4.8 and 4.6 knots respectively), providing pilots flexible operational options.

Approach Considerations

Given the consistent easterly winds, runway 05/23 will likely be the preferred approach vector for most operations. The airport's high reliability of visual flight conditions means instrument approaches will be relatively uncommon, with only 3.4% of observations indicating IFR conditions. Pilots can expect predictable wind and visibility patterns that support straightforward landing and takeoff procedures.

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.