Akanu Ibiam International Airport

DNEN / ENU

Enegu, NG

Last Updated
Mar 4, 07:00Z

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Weather Source: Akanu Ibiam International Airport (DNEN)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
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☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
3 kt
50°
6 km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DNEN 040700Z 05003KT 6000 BKN010 27/24 Q1012 BECMG 7000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 466 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,466 ft AMSL
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
996 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (466 ft)
Pressure Alt
504 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,056 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.9°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NEN
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
7,879 ft 148 ft ASP 80°
2.6 kt 1.5 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 - DNEN

1,746 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
34.4%
MVFR
54%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
1.9%

Akanu Ibiam International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 34.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.6% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 37°C with an average of 29.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 4.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 10 kt
Calm Winds: 16.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.6%
NE
6.6%
E
9.9%
SE
14.7%
S
18.1%
SW
13.9%
W
15.4%
NW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.1°C
Range: 20°C to 37°C
20°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,746 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akanu Ibiam International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DNEN
IATA Code: ENU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 466 ft MSL

Location

City: Enegu
Country: NG
Latitude: 6.474270°
Longitude: 7.561960°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,879 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Akanu Ibiam International Airport

Overview

Akanu Ibiam International Airport serves Enegu, Nigeria as a medium-sized airport situated at 466 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 6.474270, 7.561960, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the southeastern region of Nigeria. Its single runway 08/26 extends 7,879 feet and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly marginal VFR conditions, with 55.6% of METAR data showing MVFR status and 34.5% reporting standard VFR. Temperature consistently ranges between 20°C and 36°C, averaging 28.6°C, which provides stable flying conditions. October through December represent the most favorable VFR months, with minimal potential for challenging weather interruptions.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southern winds at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 4.1 knots and maximum gusts reaching 9 knots. Wind conditions show calm periods during 18.8% of observations. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions that facilitate straightforward approach and landing procedures. The consistent wind and visibility patterns support reliable operational planning throughout the year.

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.