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MVFRDouala International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 5 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 08:00Z and 10:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
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9,350 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 117° |
↑ 2.5 kt
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↔ 4.3 kt
60° angle
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Weather Statistics - FKKD
4,900 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Douala International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 25.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 8.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 3.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 43.5% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.5°C (range: 22°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, April, January.
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Statistics computed from 4,900 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Douala International Airport
Overview
Douala International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Cameroon, located in the country's largest city. Situated at a low elevation of 33 ft MSL, the airport handles significant commercial and regional traffic in Central Africa. The airport features a single runway (12/30) measuring 9,350 feet in length with an asphalt surface.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions are predominantly marginal VFR, with 71.7% of observations in MVFR conditions. Easterly winds dominate at 90 degrees, averaging 3.6 knots with occasional peaks up to 15 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, ranging from 22°C to 35°C with an average of 27.2°C. January, November, and December offer the most favorable VFR flying conditions.
Notable Features
The airport's low elevation and coastal location near the Atlantic Ocean create unique meteorological characteristics. Calm wind conditions are frequent, occurring in 44.7% of observations. Visibility remains consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and no reported instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence.
Approach Considerations
Runway 12/30 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions in 100% of observations. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging just 1.6 knots. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with stable wind patterns and high visibility, making for generally reliable landing and takeoff scenarios.
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.
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