Bouaké Airport

DIBK / BYK

Bouaké, CI

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
220°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DIBK 180700Z 22004KT 8000 FEW011 23/23 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,230 ft
FEW 1,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,330 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bouaké Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,100 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
967 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,230 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,388 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,643 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DIBK 180550Z 1806/1906 24008KT 8000 FEW015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBK
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 24°
3.9 kt 0.7 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 - DIBK

1,526 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
10.2%
MVFR
87%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
1.2%

Bouaké Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 10.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 2.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 80 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 26.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 80 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.1%
NE
2.9%
E
2%
SE
6.2%
S
42.6%
SW
31.2%
W
4.9%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.2°C
Range: 20°C to 37°C
20°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

October April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,526 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bouaké Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DIBK
IATA Code: BYK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,230 ft MSL

Location

City: Bouaké
Country: CI
Latitude: 7.738800°
Longitude: -5.073670°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bouaké Airport

Overview

Bouaké Airport serves the central Ivory Coast region, located at 7.738800, -5.073670 near the city of Bouaké. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (03/21) measuring 10,827 feet, it supports regional aviation operations at an elevation of 1,230 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly marginal VFR conditions, with 84.3% of METAR reports showing MVFR status. Temperatures consistently range between 20°C and 32°C, with an average of 25°C. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180° with an average speed of 5 knots, occasionally reaching up to 80 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) is asphalted and demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswind components average just 2.3 knots, suggesting generally stable approach conditions. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the most favorable months for VFR operations, offering the most consistent weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate marginal VFR conditions and be prepared for potential wind variability. The long runway and favorable wind alignment provide flexibility for most aircraft approaches and departures.

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.