Garoua International Airport

FKKR / GOU

Garoua, CM

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
6 kt
90°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FKKR 041900Z 09006KT CAVOK 27/M02 Q1011 NOSIG
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
985 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (794 ft)
Pressure Alt
862 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,493 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.6°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKR
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
11,032 ft 148 ft ASP 86°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FKKR

2,171 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84%
MVFR
9.1%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
1%

Garoua International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 41°C with an average of 31.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.7%
NE
5.7%
E
21.6%
SE
7%
S
8.8%
SW
9.7%
W
26.3%
NW
9.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 31.2°C
Range: 15°C to 41°C
15°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,171 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Garoua International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FKKR
IATA Code: GOU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 794 ft MSL

Location

City: Garoua
Country: CM
Latitude: 9.335890°
Longitude: 13.370100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,032 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Garoua International Airport

Overview

Garoua International Airport serves the northern Cameroon region, located at 9.335890°N, 13.370100°E with an elevation of 794 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Garoua urban and regional transportation network. Its single runway (09/27) extends 11,032 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.5% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds are consistently westerly at 270°, averaging 4.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 17 knots. Temperature ranges significantly from 16°C to 40°C, with an average of 30.8°C, indicating potential thermal variations that pilots should anticipate during different times of day.

Notable Features

Garoua International Airport's runway 09/27 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2 knots. The geographical location suggests a relatively stable meteorological environment, with no reported fog and consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. October through December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing westerly winds, runway 27 will likely be the preferred approach direction. The extensive 11,032-foot runway provides substantial landing and takeoff margin for most aircraft types. Pilots should prepare for potential temperature-related performance considerations, especially during the warmest periods when ambient temperatures can reach 40°C.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.