Aden International Airport

OYAA / ADE

Aden, YE

Last Updated
Apr 30, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
130°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OYAA 302300Z 13006KT 8000 FEW020 30/24 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,007 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Aden International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7 ft)
Pressure Alt
165 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,967 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YAA
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
10,171 ft 148 ft ASP 77°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OYAA

5,158 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.7%
MVFR
47.2%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Aden International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 2.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 211 knots. Temperatures typically range between 20°C and 39°C with an average of 28°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 211 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.5%
NE
20.1%
E
61.6%
SE
4.2%
S
1.3%
SW
2.9%
W
1.1%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 20°C to 39°C
20°C 39°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,158 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aden International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OYAA
IATA Code: ADE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Aden
Country: YE
Latitude: 12.829500°
Longitude: 45.028801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,171 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aden International Airport

Overview

Aden International Airport serves the port city of Aden in Yemen, positioned at 12.829500, 45.028801 with a low elevation of 7 ft MSL. As a medium airport, it supports regional and international air traffic in a strategically important coastal location. The airport features a single runway 08/26 extending 10,171 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions are predominantly VFR, with 61% of observations reporting visual flight rules and 36.9% marginal VFR. The prevailing wind from the east (90°) averages 10.3 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 211 knots. Temperature ranges from 20°C to 39°C, with an average of 28.5°C, indicating consistently warm operational conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation near sea level suggests minimal terrain interference for approaches and departures. Its coastal positioning implies potential maritime weather influences, though the statistical data indicates stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles with no reported fog events. The consistent easterly winds provide predictable wind patterns for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.2 knots. November, October, and December represent the best months for visual flight conditions. Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with minimal meteorological complications based on historical METAR observations.

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.