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Weather Briefing
MVFRDzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 8 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z.
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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✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
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6,330 ft | 92 ft | ASP | 150° |
↑ 7.9 kt
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↔ 1.4 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - FMCZ
12,666 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.1°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.
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Statistics computed from 12,666 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport - Airport Information
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About Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport
Overview
Dzaoudzi Pamandzi International Airport serves the Mayotte region in the Indian Ocean, located on the island of Petite-Terre. As a medium-sized airport at 23 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical air transportation infrastructure for this French overseas territory near Madagascar.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions 75.7% of the time, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 16% of observations. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 28°C with a range between 21°C and 34°C, creating stable meteorological conditions for most of the year.
Notable Features
The single runway (16/34) extends 6,330 feet with an asphalt surface, offering good operational flexibility. Wind patterns are notably consistent, with northern winds (0°) prevailing at an average of 7.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots, with calm conditions present 1.6% of the time.
Approach Considerations
Runway 16/34 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4 knots. Pilots can expect excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of significant fog or restricted visibility.
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