Ruhengeri Airport

HRYU / RHG

Ruhengeri, RW

Last Updated
Jul 6, 03:30Z

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Currently using: HRYR
Weather Source: Kigali International Airport (HRYR)
Distance: 42nm / 77km from HRYU

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
03:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HRYR 060330Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW025 20/13 Q1022 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,102 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,602 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ruhengeri Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few 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: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
819 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,102 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,840 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,904 ft
ISA Deviation: +17.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HRYR 052300Z 0600/0706 32004KT 9999 FEW025 BECMG 0608/0610 16010KT BECMG 0618/0620 24004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 160° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RYU
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
14/32 4,000 ft 100 ft grass 140° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ruhengeri Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HRYU
IATA Code: RHG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,102 ft MSL

Location

City: Ruhengeri
Country: RW
Latitude: -1.496873°
Longitude: 29.631343°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Ruhengeri Airport

Ruhengeri Airport (HRYU/RHG) is located in Ruhengeri, RW at an elevation of 6,102 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 4,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Ruhengeri Airport serves Ruhengeri in RW. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (14/32) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 4,000 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 6102 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from HRYU, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.