Bouaké Airport

DIBK / BYK

Bouaké, CI

Last Updated
Apr 23, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
14 kt
240°
8 km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DIBK 230800Z 24014KT 8000 BKN013 26/25 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,230 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,530 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bouaké Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 14 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 08:00Z and 14:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,230 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,298 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,913 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR DIBK 230500Z 2306/2406 24006KT 8000 NSC PROB30 2308/2314 BKN013 PROB40 TEMPO 2316/2322 4000 TSRA BKN012 FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBK
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
10,827 ft 148 ft ASP 24°
12.1 kt 7.0 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 - DIBK

1,639 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
10.7%
MVFR
86.7%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
1.1%

Bouaké Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 10.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 2.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 80 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 26.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 80 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.1%
NE
2.9%
E
2%
SE
6%
S
43.3%
SW
30.9%
W
4.8%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.3°C
Range: 20°C to 37°C
20°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

April October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,639 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bouaké Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DIBK
IATA Code: BYK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,230 ft MSL

Location

City: Bouaké
Country: CI
Latitude: 7.738800°
Longitude: -5.073670°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 10,827 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bouaké Airport

Overview

Bouaké Airport serves the central Ivory Coast region, located at 7.738800, -5.073670 near the city of Bouaké. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (03/21) measuring 10,827 feet, it supports regional aviation operations at an elevation of 1,230 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly marginal VFR conditions, with 84.3% of METAR reports showing MVFR status. Temperatures consistently range between 20°C and 32°C, with an average of 25°C. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180° with an average speed of 5 knots, occasionally reaching up to 80 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) is asphalted and demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswind components average just 2.3 knots, suggesting generally stable approach conditions. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the most favorable months for VFR operations, offering the most consistent weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate marginal VFR conditions and be prepared for potential wind variability. The long runway and favorable wind alignment provide flexibility for most aircraft approaches and departures.

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.