Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

HAAB / ADD

Addis Ababa, ET

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:10Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
05:10Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HAAB 2305000 14003KT 9999 BKN023 17/12 Q1025 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,630 ft
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,930 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze, Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 06:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
771 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,630 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,278 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,349 ft
ISA Deviation: +17.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HAAB 230330Z 2306/2412 12008KT 9999 SCT020 SCT090 TEMPO 2306/2309 11008KT 8000 HZ SCT030 BECMG 2310/2315 09008KT 7000 RA BKN024
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Haze
10:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 2,400 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAB
07L ✈️
25R
07R ✈️
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07L/25R
Active: 07L
12,139 ft 148 ft ASP 73°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
✈️ 07R/25L
Active: 07R
12,467 ft 148 ft ASP 73°
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HAAB

3,930 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.9%
MVFR
32.9%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 88 knots. Temperatures typically range between 7°C and 28°C with an average of 17.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 88 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
10.5%
E
49.9%
SE
15.7%
S
9.1%
SW
2.4%
W
2.6%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.3°C
Range: 7°C to 28°C
7°C 28°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07L/25R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,930 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HAAB
IATA Code: ADD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,630 ft MSL

Location

City: Addis Ababa
Country: ET
Latitude: 8.977890°
Longitude: 38.799301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 07L/25R
Length: 12,139 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Overview

Addis Ababa Bole International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Ethiopia, located in the capital city at an elevation of 7,630 feet mean sea level. As a large airport, it handles significant international and regional air traffic, strategically positioned in the Horn of Africa region.

Flying Conditions

The high-altitude airport environment at 7,630 feet presents unique atmospheric conditions that affect aircraft performance and operations. Pilots should anticipate reduced air density and corresponding impacts on aircraft climb rates and engine efficiency, particularly during warmer periods.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel asphalt runways: 07L/25R (12,139 feet long) and 07R/25L (12,467 feet long), providing substantial landing and takeoff options. The significant runway lengths help mitigate the high-altitude operational challenges, offering ample space for aircraft maneuvering and performance compensation.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation at 07/25 suggests prevailing wind patterns typically align with the runway headings. With substantial runway lengths exceeding 12,000 feet, the airport can accommodate a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large international wide-body jets, while providing flexibility for various approach and departure 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

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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.