Gisenyi Airport

HRYG / GYI

Gisenyi, RW

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

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Currently using: HRYR
Weather Source: Kigali International Airport (HRYR)
Distance: 56nm / 103km from HRYG

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HRYR 230100Z 00000KT 9999 SCT025 19/18 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,082 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,582 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gisenyi Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
848 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,082 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,970 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,670 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HRYR 222300Z 2300/2406 31004KT 9999 BKN025 TEMPO 2311/2314 17015KT TSRA FEW022CB BKN025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:24Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
11:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR 170° 15 kt
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RYG
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 3,330 ft 75 ft ASP 10°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gisenyi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HRYG
IATA Code: GYI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,082 ft MSL

Location

City: Gisenyi
Country: RW
Latitude: -1.677200°
Longitude: 29.258900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,330 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gisenyi Airport

Overview

Gisenyi Airport serves the western Rwandan region near Lake Kivu, situated at a significant elevation of 5082 feet mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Gisenyi urban area and surrounding regional territories, supporting medium-scale aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -1.677200, 29.258900, Gisenyi Airport experiences relatively consistent tropical highland climate conditions with potential rapid weather transitions. Pilots should anticipate variations in visibility and potential orographic cloud formations due to the airport's elevated terrain and proximity to mountainous landscapes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) measuring 3330 feet in length with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its high-altitude positioning at 5082 feet MSL requires careful performance calculations, especially for aircraft with altitude and temperature sensitivity.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 provides a standard unidirectional approach environment with potential wind variations typical of highland terrain. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight planning considering the airport's elevation, runway length limitations, and potential meteorological complexities associated with the region's geographic characteristics.

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.