Takoradi Airport

DGTK / TKD

Sekondi-Takoradi, GH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
8 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DGTK 041800Z 23008KT 9999 FEW012 29/26 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,221 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (21 ft)
Pressure Alt
149 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,834 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DGTK 040500Z 0406/0512 23012KT 9999 SCT013 BECMG 0406/0408 00000KT 2000 BR BECMG 0409/0411 NSW TEMPO 0413/0416 TS FEW030CB PROB40 TEMPO 0416/0420 4000 TSRA BKN010CB BECMG 0422/0424 00000KT NSW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
22:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GTK
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
5,745 ft 148 ft ASP 30°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DGTK

2,506 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.9%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
0.1%

Takoradi Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 43.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 23°C and 39°C with an average of 27.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 43.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.2%
NE
0.4%
E
0.2%
SE
0.4%
S
4.9%
SW
46.7%
W
1.4%
NW
2.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 23°C to 39°C
23°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.7 kt

Statistics computed from 2,506 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Takoradi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DGTK
IATA Code: TKD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: Sekondi-Takoradi
Country: GH
Latitude: 4.896060°
Longitude: -1.774760°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,745 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Takoradi Airport

Overview

Takoradi Airport serves the coastal region of Ghana, situated in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolitan area. Located at an elevation of 21 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the southwestern part of the country. Its single runway (04/22) extends 5,745 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and commercial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Takoradi Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 78.3% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing southwesterly winds at an average of 6.8 knots create stable atmospheric conditions, with wind speeds rarely exceeding 18 knots. Temperature variations range from 23°C to 39°C, with an average of 27.8°C, suggesting consistent tropical climate characteristics.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near 4.896060, -1.774760 provides a strategic position for regional transportation. Runway 04/22 experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and minimal average crosswind of just 1.6 knots. October, November, and December represent the best months for visual flight operations, offering optimal meteorological conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions with exceptional visibility averaging 10 statute miles and no significant fog interference. The runway's wind characteristics strongly favor direct headwind landings, with minimal crosswind challenges. When planning arrivals, pilots should anticipate stable wind patterns from the southwest quadrant, typically around 225 degrees.

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.