Touggourt Sidi Madhi Airport

DAUK / TGR

Touggourt, DZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
140°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAUK 041500Z 14007KT 6000 NSC 30/09 Q1013

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DAUK 041400Z 0415/0424 12008KT 4000 SA NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:54Z BASE
+0h
IFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Sand

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUK
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAUK

3,834 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.2%
MVFR
17%
IFR
6.6%
LIFR
1.1%

Touggourt Sidi Madhi Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.3%
NE
12.9%
E
11.4%
SE
7.8%
S
20.1%
SW
10.3%
W
12.8%
NW
12.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.7°C
Range: 2°C to 42°C
2°C 42°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,834 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Touggourt Sidi Madhi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAUK
IATA Code: TGR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 279 ft MSL

Location

City: Touggourt
Country: DZ
Latitude: 33.067799°
Longitude: 6.088670°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Touggourt Sidi Madhi Airport

Overview

Touggourt Sidi Madhi Airport serves the Touggourt region in Algeria, located at 33.067799, 6.088670 with an elevation of 279 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a desert environment, supporting regional transportation and potentially local commercial and utility operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 82.7% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°) at an average of 5.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature ranges widely from 2°C to 42°C, with an average of 18.1°C, indicating significant thermal variations typical of desert climates.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (01/19) measuring 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Its desert location suggests potential for rapid temperature changes and potential dust/sand conditions that could impact visibility and aircraft performance. The airport's elevation of 279 feet MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude terrain environment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.2 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are October, November, and September, offering optimal flying conditions. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

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.