Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport

FKYS / NSI

Yaoundé, CM

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
4 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FKYS 041300Z VRB04KT 6000 BKN020 30/20 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,278 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,278 ft AMSL
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
937 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,278 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,286 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,633 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FKYS 041100Z 0412/0512 24003KT 6000 BKN016 PROB40 TEMPO 0414/0418 4000 TSRA BKN010 FEW016CB BECMG 0420/0422 8000 BKN006 PROB40 TEMPO 0501/0507 2000 BR BECMG 0509/0511 BKN016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:23Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 3 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
14:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
20:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
01:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KYS
01
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 11,155 ft 148 ft ASP 10° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FKYS

3,409 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0.5%
MVFR
61.7%
IFR
30.9%
LIFR
6.9%

Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 37.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 35°C with an average of 24.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 5.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
4%
E
2.9%
SE
3.3%
S
5.2%
SW
18.8%
W
51.3%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°C
Range: 17°C to 35°C
17°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

November September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 3,409 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FKYS
IATA Code: NSI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,278 ft MSL

Location

City: Yaoundé
Country: CM
Latitude: 3.722560°
Longitude: 11.553300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport

Overview

Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport serves as a key aviation facility in Cameroon, located at 3.722560, 11.553300 near the capital city of Yaoundé. Situated at an elevation of 2,278 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional and international air transportation with a substantial 11,155-foot asphalted runway (01/19).

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable meteorological conditions with significant instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). Observations indicate 31.3% IFR and 60.9% MVFR conditions, suggesting frequent need for instrument flight procedures. Temperature ranges from 19°C to 35°C with an average of 24.3°C, and prevailing winds from the west (270°) at an average of 4.6 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (01/19) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind components average only 3.7 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff environments. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate primarily west-oriented wind patterns and prepare for potential instrument conditions. The extensive 11,155-foot runway offers substantial landing and takeoff capabilities across varied meteorological scenarios.

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
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.