Akure Airport

DNAK / AKR

Akure, NG

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Current Weather

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MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
0 kt
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR DNAK 040700Z 00000KT 5000 HZ SCT010 26/24 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,100 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,100 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NAK
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 9,195 ft 148 ft ASP 24°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
24° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DNAK

1,391 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
29.4%
MVFR
48.4%
IFR
21.6%
LIFR
0.6%

Akure Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 29.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 34.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 27.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 34.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.7%
NE
2.3%
E
5.8%
SE
1.1%
S
15.1%
SW
16.5%
W
21.9%
NW
1.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 20°C to 37°C
20°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 1,391 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akure Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DNAK
IATA Code: AKR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,100 ft MSL

Location

City: Akure
Country: NG
Latitude: 7.246740°
Longitude: 5.301010°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,195 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Akure Airport

Overview

Akure Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southwestern Nigeria at an elevation of 1100 feet MSL. Positioned near the city of Akure in Ondo State, the airport provides critical regional transportation infrastructure with a substantial 9,195-foot asphalt runway capable of supporting various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable VFR and MVFR conditions, with 78.7% of observations supporting visual flight operations. Wind patterns are consistently westerly at 270 degrees with an average speed of 4.1 knots, and periods of calm are frequent at 36% of observations. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 20°C to 37°C with an average of 27.5°C.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (03/21) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging just 2.3 knots, which enhances operational flexibility. The geographical positioning at 7.246740N, 5.301010E provides strategic connectivity in the region.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. The runway's extensive 9,195-foot length accommodates a wide range of aircraft, and the consistent westerly winds provide predictable approach and departure conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with negligible 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

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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.