Maradi Airport

DRRM / MFQ

Maradi, NE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
8 kt
80°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DRRM 041700Z 08008KT 4000 DU NSC 32/M02 Q1012

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RRM
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
6,070 ft 98 ft ASP 83°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DRRM

2,199 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.1%
MVFR
23.3%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
3%

Maradi Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.8 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 39°C with an average of 29°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 8%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
16.7%
E
50.1%
SE
5.7%
S
1.5%
SW
3.3%
W
6.7%
NW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 29°C
Range: 14°C to 39°C
14°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,199 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Maradi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DRRM
IATA Code: MFQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,240 ft MSL

Location

City: Maradi
Country: NE
Latitude: 13.502500°
Longitude: 7.126750°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,070 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Maradi Airport

Overview

Maradi Airport serves the city of Maradi in southeastern Niger, providing critical regional aviation infrastructure at an elevation of 1,240 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports essential transportation needs in this part of the West African Sahel region. The airport features a single runway 09/27 with a 6,070-foot asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Maradi Airport are predominantly VFR, with 68.4% of observations showing clear conditions and an additional 22.4% categorized as marginal VFR. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 14°C to 38°C with an average of 29.2°C. Pilots can expect consistent easterly winds averaging 7.3 knots, with maximum gusts up to 19 knots and calm periods occurring 8.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in the Sahel region suggests a predominantly flat terrain typical of the area. Runway 09/27 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of only 2.6 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of fog.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Maradi Airport. The runway's substantial 6,070-foot length provides ample landing and takeoff distance for most medium-sized aircraft. Given the consistent easterly winds, approach and departure along the 09/27 axis will typically offer the most favorable wind conditions for flight operations.

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.