Rundu Airport

FYRU / NDU

Rundu, NA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2 hours ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FYRU 041200Z 07006KT 9999 FEW035 SCT040TCU 28/20 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,627 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL (TCU)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,127 ft AMSL
SCT (TCU)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,627 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FYRU 041100Z 0412/0421 09008KT 9999 -TSRA FEW035CB BECMG 0415/0417 9000 TSRA SCT030CB BECMG 0418/0420 SHRA SCT015 FEW025CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:02Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Thunderstorm Rain
15:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 9 km
Thunderstorm Rain
18:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YRU
08 ✈️
26
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
11,004 ft 98 ft ASP 72°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
18/36 4,806 ft 98 ft GVL 171°
1.1 kt 5.9 kt
101° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FYRU

2,490 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.2%
MVFR
1.7%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Rundu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 4.4 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 39°C with an average of 25.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.8%
NE
7.9%
E
18.4%
SE
19.4%
S
16.6%
SW
5.5%
W
8.7%
NW
10.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.7°C
Range: 14°C to 39°C
14°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 2,490 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rundu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FYRU
IATA Code: NDU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,627 ft MSL

Location

City: Rundu
Country: NA
Latitude: -17.956499°
Longitude: 19.719400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 11,004 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,806 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Rundu Airport

Overview

Rundu Airport serves the town of Rundu in Namibia, positioned at an elevation of 3627 ft MSL. The airport features two runways: a primary asphalt runway (08/26) of 11,004 ft and a secondary gravel runway (18/36) of 4,806 ft. Its strategic location and substantial runway length accommodate medium-sized aircraft operations in northern Namibia.

Flying Conditions

Rundu Airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 99% of observed weather supporting visual flight rules. The airport demonstrates consistent, stable meteorological characteristics with average temperatures around 26.3°C and a broad range from 14°C to 39°C. Winds typically originate from the southeast at an average of 4.5 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots and calm periods occurring 5.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration offers operational flexibility, with both runways experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions. The longer asphalt runway (08/26) provides significant landing and takeoff options for medium-sized aircraft. Its high elevation and geographic positioning in northern Namibia suggest potential terrain and altitude considerations for flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions across both runways, with minimal average crosswind interference (2.8-3.2 knots). September through November represent the optimal VFR months for operations. The extensive primary runway (11,004 ft) provides substantial margin for approach and landing, particularly beneficial for aircraft operating in this regional environment.

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.