Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRKalemie Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 30,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 30000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 06/24 | 5,741 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 58° |
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Weather Statistics - FZRF
199 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kalemie Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 43.9% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.5°C (range: 20°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, March, April.
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Statistics computed from 199 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kalemie Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Kalemie Airport
Overview
Kalemie Airport serves the city of Kalemie in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, situated at an elevation of 2,569 feet above mean sea level. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting local transportation and potentially regional connectivity. Its single runway (06/24) extends 5,741 feet with an asphalt surface.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Kalemie Airport are predominantly visual (VFR 43.7%) or marginal visual (MVFR 48.9%) flight rules, indicating generally favorable flying conditions. The prevailing winds are from the south at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 9.2 knots and maximum gusts of 15 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 44.2% of the time, and temperatures typically range between 20°C and 33°C, with an average of 26.6°C.
Notable Features
The airport is located at coordinates -5.875560, 29.250000 in a region with potential terrain variations typical of central African landscapes. Pilots should be prepared for potential local geographic and atmospheric conditions that may influence flight operations. The runway orientation and local wind patterns suggest consistent wind-aligned approaches.
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24 demonstrates a highly favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supporting nearly 100% of approaches. The average crosswind is relatively mild at 6.7 knots, which should provide comfortable landing conditions for most aircraft. October, January, and November represent the best months for visual flight operations based on historical weather data.
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