Murtala Muhammed International Airport

DNMM / LOS

Lagos, NG

Last Updated
Mar 2, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 43 hours ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
4 kt
250°
8 km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DNMM 021400Z 25004KT 8000 TS BKN013 FEW020CB 29/26 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 135 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,435 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,135 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (135 ft)
Pressure Alt
263 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,975 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NMM
18L ✈️
36R
18R ✈️
36L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18L/36R
Active: 18L
8,997 ft 148 ft ASP 180°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
✈️ 18R/36L
Active: 18R
12,794 ft 197 ft ASP 180°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DNMM

3,269 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.1%
MVFR
56.8%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
0.4%

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 125 knots. Temperature extremes range from 22°C to 89°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 125 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.8%
NE
1.9%
E
1.2%
SE
4.3%
S
33.2%
SW
29.9%
W
13.5%
NW
9.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 22°C to 89°C
22°C 89°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 3,269 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Murtala Muhammed International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DNMM
IATA Code: LOS
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 135 ft MSL

Location

City: Lagos
Country: NG
Latitude: 6.577370°
Longitude: 3.321160°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 18L/36R
Length: 8,997 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 12,794 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Murtala Muhammed International Airport

Overview

Murtala Muhammed International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Lagos, Nigeria, and a critical hub for West African air transportation. Located at 6.577370, 3.321160 with an elevation of 135 feet MSL, this large airport accommodates significant commercial and international passenger traffic. Its strategic position makes it a key operational center for regional and intercontinental flights.

Flying Conditions

Lagos experiences tropical maritime climate conditions that can produce variable weather patterns affecting aviation operations. The airport's low elevation at 135 feet MSL means minimal terrain-induced turbulence, but pilots should anticipate potential humidity and occasional convective activity. Seasonal wind shifts can influence runway selection between the two available asphalt surfaces: 18L/36R (8,997 ft) and 18R/36L (12,794 ft).

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways with significant length, allowing operations for wide-body and heavy aircraft. Runway 18R/36L provides an extended 12,794-foot surface, which offers considerable operational flexibility for diverse aircraft types. The airport's geographic positioning near the Atlantic coast suggests potential maritime meteorological influences on local flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's coastal location and two parallel runway configuration. The substantial runway lengths at 18L/36R and 18R/36L provide multiple approach options and enhanced operational resilience. Standard instrument approach procedures will be influenced by local terrain and coastal meteorological characteristics.

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.