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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 09L
|
10,499 ft | 98 ft | LAT | 87° |
↑ 14.1 kt
•
↔ 5.1 kt
20° angle
|
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✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 09R
|
9,843 ft | 148 ft | BITUM | 87° |
↑ 14.1 kt
•
↔ 5.1 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - DRRN
3,712 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Diori Hamani International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 34.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 41°C with an average of 29.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.
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Statistics computed from 3,712 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Diori Hamani International Airport - Airport Information
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About Diori Hamani International Airport
Overview
Diori Hamani International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Niger, located in the capital city of Niamey. Situated at an elevation of 732 feet above mean sea level, this large airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and potentially military operations.
Flying Conditions
Niamey's airport experiences a hot, semi-arid climate typical of the Sahel region, with significant temperature variations between day and night. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging conditions including high temperatures, potential dust/sand conditions, and limited visibility during harmattan wind seasons.
Notable Features
The airport features two substantial runways: a 10,499-foot long asphalt runway (09L/27R) and a 9,843-foot bituminous runway (09R/27L). Its geographic positioning at 13.481500N, 2.183610E places it in a relatively flat terrain environment characteristic of the Niger River basin region.
Approach Considerations
With runways oriented approximately east-west (09/27), pilots can expect approaches that typically align with prevailing regional wind patterns. The substantial runway lengths provide flexibility for various aircraft types, with the longer 09L/27R runway offering extended landing and takeoff capabilities for larger aircraft.
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