Houndé Airport

DFOH

Houndé, BF

Last Updated
Apr 30, 00:00Z

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Currently using: DFOO
Weather Source: Bobo Dioulasso Airport (DFOO)
Distance: 52nm / 97km from DFOH

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DFOO 300000Z VRB03KT 9999 TS FEW020 FEW033CB 27/23 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,063 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 3,300 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,063 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,363 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Houndé Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, few at 3,300 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 DFOO 292300Z 3000/3024 22008KT 9999 FEW023 TEMPO 3000/3006 4000 TSRA SCT020 FEW033CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOH
08
26
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 2,560 ft 0 ft GRS No wind data
18/36 1,920 ft 0 ft GVL No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Houndé Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DFOH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,063 ft MSL

Location

City: Houndé
Country: BF
Latitude: 11.491211°
Longitude: -3.512817°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,560 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 1,920 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Houndé Airport

Houndé Airport (DFOH) is located in Houndé, BF at an elevation of 1,063 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 18/36), with the longest at 2,560 feet.

Airport Overview

Houndé Airport serves Houndé in BF. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (08/26, 18/36) with grs and gvl surfaces. The longest runway measures 2,560 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from DFOH, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.