Yamoussoukro Airport

DIYO / ASK

Yamoussoukro, CI

Last Updated
Nov 11, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2727 hours ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DIYO 111600Z 9999 TS FEW020CB BKN023 20/16 Q1022 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 699 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,699 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,999 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (699 ft)
Pressure Alt
437 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,205 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR DIYO 042300Z 0500/0524 20006KT 8000 NSC PROB30 0505/0508 4000 BR PROB40 0508/0514 BKN011 PROB40 TEMPO 0516/0522 TS BKN011 FEW020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:00Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km
08:00Z PROB40
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,100 ft
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,100 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IYO
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
05/23 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 42°

Weather Statistics - DIYO

939 observations | Sep 2025 - Nov 2025

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
27.7%
MVFR
69.5%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
0.3%

Yamoussoukro Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 27.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 2.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.9% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 25.8°C (range: 20°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 12 kt
Calm Winds: 16.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
2.7%
E
6%
SE
6.2%
S
30.3%
SW
23.8%
W
6.1%
NW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.8°C
Range: 20°C to 33°C
20°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 939 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Nov 2025). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yamoussoukro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DIYO
IATA Code: ASK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 699 ft MSL

Location

City: Yamoussoukro
Country: CI
Latitude: 6.903170°
Longitude: -5.365580°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yamoussoukro Airport

Overview

Yamoussoukro Airport serves the central region of Côte d'Ivoire, situated in the national administrative capital at an elevation of 699 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Yamoussoukro area, supporting regional and potentially national aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly predictable flying conditions, with 97.2% of observations supporting visual (VFR/MVFR) flight rules. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180 degrees, averaging 4.2 knots with minimal variability, creating stable atmospheric conditions. Temperature consistency ranges between 20-33°C, with optimal visual meteorological conditions occurring during September, October, and November.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 extends 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium to large aircraft operations. Geographically positioned at coordinates 6.903170, -5.365580, the airport experiences remarkably stable visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and extremely rare instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.2 knots. Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months, with negligible fog occurrence (0.4%) and no significant visibility 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.