Tozeur Nefta International Airport

DTTZ / TOE

Tozeur, TN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

Current Weather

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VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
18 kt
110°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTTZ 041900Z AUTO 11018KT NCD 23/05 Q1015

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DTTZ 041700Z 0418/0518 11018KT 9999 BKN033 PROB40 TEMPO 0419/0422 4000 SA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:06Z BASE
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VFR 110° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTZ
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
10,581 ft 148 ft ASP 89°
16.9 kt 6.2 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DTTZ

3,864 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.9%
MVFR
31%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
0.5%

Tozeur Nefta International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.9%
NE
4.4%
E
15.7%
SE
20.3%
S
5.6%
SW
7.1%
W
27.3%
NW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.1°C
Range: 4°C to 39°C
4°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,864 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tozeur Nefta International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTTZ
IATA Code: TOE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 287 ft MSL

Location

City: Tozeur
Country: TN
Latitude: 33.939701°
Longitude: 8.110560°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 10,581 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tozeur Nefta International Airport

Overview

Tozeur Nefta International Airport serves the southern Tunisian region, situated at 287 ft above mean sea level near the city of Tozeur. Located at coordinates 33.939701, 8.110560, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a desert environment. The airport features a single substantial asphalt runway (09/27) measuring 10,581 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 68.5% of the time, with MVFR conditions present 31% of observations. Winds predominantly blow from the west (270°) at an average of 8.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 27 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 4°C to 39°C with an average of 18.7°C, suggesting potential thermal considerations during operations.

Notable Features

The airport's desert location presents unique geographical characteristics with consistent westerly wind patterns. The single runway (09/27) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind component of only 3.8 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Optimal flying conditions occur during autumn months (September, October, November), offering the most stable weather parameters. Runway 09/27's extensive 10,581-foot length provides ample maneuvering space, and its west-east orientation aligns perfectly with prevailing wind directions. Pilots should anticipate consistent winds and high visibility when planning approaches to this southern Tunisian airport.

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.