Gabès Matmata International Airport

DTTG / GAE

Gabès, TN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
Variable
0.5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTTG 040500Z VRB02KT 0500 FG FEW020 SCT030 10/10 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 407 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,407 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,407 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DTTG 040300Z 0404/0413 11006KT 8000 FEW020 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:08Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTG
06
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 3,702 ft 82 ft ASP 60° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DTTG

3,848 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.1%
MVFR
46.8%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
1.6%

Gabès Matmata International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
7.6%
E
19.9%
SE
2.7%
S
4.8%
SW
34.3%
W
24.1%
NW
2.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.5°C
Range: 3°C to 44°C
3°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,848 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gabès Matmata International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTTG
IATA Code: GAE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 407 ft MSL

Location

City: Gabès
Country: TN
Latitude: 33.733691°
Longitude: 9.919410°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,702 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gabès Matmata International Airport

Overview

Gabès Matmata International Airport serves the southeastern Tunisian region, located near the coastal city of Gabès. Situated at 407 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the area, connecting the region to broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) conditions, with 53.3% of observations supporting clear flying and an additional 44% in marginal VFR status. Wind patterns are consistently from the southwest at 225 degrees, averaging 8.5 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. September, October, and November represent the most favorable months for VFR operations, offering the most stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) is 3,702 feet long with an asphalt surface, oriented to accommodate the prevailing southwestern wind patterns. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 3°C to 44°C, which can impact aircraft performance and fuel calculations. The airport's geographic location suggests potential thermal and terrain-induced wind variations typical of coastal Mediterranean environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind at 2.9 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and extremely rare instances of reduced visibility. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions, particularly during the recommended autumn months of peak VFR performance.

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
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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.