Tindouf Airport

DAOF / TIN

Tindouf, DZ

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
115 kt
290°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAOF 050500Z 290115KT CAVOK 10/08 Q1014

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DAOF 050200Z 0503/0512 30014KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 14 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AOF
08L
26R ✈️
08R
26L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08L/26R
Active: 26R
9,840 ft 148 ft ASP 76°
99.6 kt 57.5 kt
30° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
9,840 ft 148 ft ASP 76°
99.6 kt 57.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAOF

3,800 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.9%
MVFR
11.9%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
1.6%

Tindouf Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
10.7%
E
14.4%
SE
4.8%
S
5.2%
SW
4.3%
W
29.7%
NW
22.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.6°C
Range: 1°C to 40°C
1°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08L/26R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,800 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tindouf Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAOF
IATA Code: TIN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,453 ft MSL

Location

City: Tindouf
Country: DZ
Latitude: 27.700399°
Longitude: -8.167100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 08L/26R
Length: 9,840 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 9,840 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Tindouf Airport

Overview

Tindouf Airport serves the southwestern Algerian region, situated at an elevation of 1,453 ft MSL near the town of Tindouf. The airport features two parallel asphalt runways, each 9,840 feet long, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations. Its strategic location provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote desert region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 87.4% of observations indicating clear weather suitable for visual flight. Prevailing westerly winds average 8.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 1°C to 40°C, with an average of 20.2°C, requiring pilots to plan for potential thermal performance considerations.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates 27.700399, -8.167100, Tindouf Airport is positioned in an arid desert environment with potential for challenging wind conditions. Both runways (08L/26R and 08R/26L) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with consistent average crosswind components of 4.2 knots. The airport's elevation and geographical setting suggest potential for thermal turbulence and rapid weather changes typical of desert regions.

Approach Considerations

October through December represent the most consistent VFR months for airport operations. With symmetrical runway configurations and uniform wind patterns, pilots have flexible approach options from both 08 and 26 headings. The extremely low occurrence of fog (0.1%) and consistent visibility (average 10 statute miles) generally supports straightforward visual approaches.

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
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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.