Ouagadougou Airport

DFFD / OUA

Ouagadougou, BF

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
13 kt
140°
4.5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DFFD 041100Z COR 14013KT 100V160 4500 HZ NSC 35/M01 Q1013 BECMG 6000 NSW
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
978 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,037 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,045 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,694 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DFFD 040500Z 0406/0512 11008G18KT 6000 NSC TEMPO 0406/0410 3500 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:27Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FFD
04
22 ✈️
04R
22L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 33°
2.3 kt 12.8 kt
80° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 22L
6,269 ft 98 ft LAT 35°
2.3 kt 12.8 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 - DFFD

3,131 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.9%
MVFR
23.9%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
0.9%

Ouagadougou Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 39°C with an average of 28.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 4.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.9%
NE
24.4%
E
13.6%
SE
5.5%
S
9.3%
SW
8%
W
7.6%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.4°C
Range: 15°C to 39°C
15°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,131 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ouagadougou Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DFFD
IATA Code: OUA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,037 ft MSL

Location

City: Ouagadougou
Country: BF
Latitude: 12.353200°
Longitude: -1.512420°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 6,269 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: LAT
ILS: No

About Ouagadougou Airport

Overview

Ouagadougou Airport serves as a critical medium-sized airport located in Burkina Faso's capital city. Situated at an elevation of 1037 ft MSL, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and international operations in West Africa. Its two runways offer substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 73.5% of observations indicating clear flight rules and an additional 20.8% in marginal VFR. Wind patterns are consistently northerly at an average of 5.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from 17°C to 38°C, with an average of 28.2°C, creating predictable thermal conditions for pilots.

Notable Features

Both primary runways (04/22 and 04R/22L) are oriented in the same directional alignment, providing consistent wind exposure. The main runway at 9,843 ft offers substantial length for most aircraft types, constructed with asphalt surface. The geographic coordinates (12.353200, -1.512420) place the airport in a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Sahelian region.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing northerly winds create highly favorable approach conditions for both runway 04/22 and 04R/22L, with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. Optimal VFR flying conditions are most consistently experienced during October, September, and November. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles with minimal restrictions.

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

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.