Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

FCPP / PNR

Pointe Noire, CG

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FCPP 041000Z VRB03KT 9999 FEW016 FEW030CB 30/25 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 55 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,655 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,055 ft AMSL
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (55 ft)
Pressure Alt
93 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,906 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FCPP 040500Z 0406/0506 20006KT 8000 SCT023 FEW026CB BECMG 0410/0412 SCT010 SCT023
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CPP
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 166° 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 - FCPP

3,540 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
30.2%
MVFR
64.5%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
0.1%

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 30.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.5°C (range: 21°C to 32°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 2.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.7%
NE
3.2%
E
6.7%
SE
8.4%
S
38%
SW
32.5%
W
5.7%
NW
1.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 21°C to 32°C
21°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,540 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FCPP
IATA Code: PNR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 55 ft MSL

Location

City: Pointe Noire
Country: CG
Latitude: -4.816030°
Longitude: 11.886600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

Overview

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport serves Pointe Noire, Republic of Congo, as a medium-sized international airport. Located at an elevation of 55 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's commercial and potentially military operations. Its single runway 17/35 offers substantial landing capability at 8,530 feet in asphalt surface configuration.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly MVFR conditions, with 69.7% of observed weather scenarios in this category. Prevailing southerly winds at an average of 6.8 knots create generally stable flight conditions, with maximum recorded winds of 16 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 32°C, with an average of 26.1°C, supporting consistent operational environments.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates -4.816030, 11.886600, the airport's geographical positioning influences its meteorological characteristics. The low elevation and coastal proximity likely contribute to the consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) and zero instances of visibility below 3SM suggest reliable visual navigation conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.8 knots. January, November, and December represent the optimal VFR months for flight operations. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

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.