Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport

SOCA / CAY

Matoury, GF

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
9 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SOCA 041930Z AUTO 02009KT 9999 BKN041 OVC052 28/23 Q1009 TEMPO 3000 SHRA SCT010 FEW014CB BKN018TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
FEW 1,400 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 1,800 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 4,100 ft AGL
OVC 5,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,026 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,426 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,826 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,126 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,226 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
154 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,720 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SOCA 041600Z 0418/0518 06013KT 9999 SCT025 BKN035 PROB40 TEMPO 0418/0517 3000 SHRA SCT010 FEW014CB BKN018TCU BKN025 BECMG 0421/0424 VRB03KT BECMG 0511/0513 05012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR VRB 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OCA
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
10,486 ft 148 ft ASP 65°
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - SOCA

8,009 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
36%
MVFR
44.6%
IFR
14%
LIFR
5.4%

Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 36% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.6% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.8°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 13.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.7%
NE
27.7%
E
42.4%
SE
4.5%
S
1.8%
SW
5%
W
2.9%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.8°C
Range: 21°C to 34°C
21°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,009 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SOCA
IATA Code: CAY
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Matoury
Country: GF
Latitude: 4.819964°
Longitude: -52.361326°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+3

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,486 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport

Overview

Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport serves as the primary international airport for French Guiana, located in Matoury near Cayenne. Situated at an elevation of 26 feet mean sea level, this large airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the northeastern coastal region of South America. The airport supports both commercial passenger and cargo operations in this strategically positioned overseas French territory.

Flying Conditions

The airport's tropical equatorial location generates consistent but variable meteorological conditions characterized by high humidity and frequent precipitation. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and rapid weather transitions typical of the region's climate. The substantial runway length of 10,486 feet allows for flexible operations across diverse weather scenarios.

Notable Features

Positioned at coordinates 4.819964, -52.361326, the airport is situated in a coastal lowland area with minimal terrain complications. The single runway (08/26) is constructed with asphalt, providing a robust surface suitable for large aircraft operations. Its geographic position near the Atlantic coast means wind patterns can be complex and subject to marine influences.

Approach Considerations

The lengthy runway of 10,486 feet offers significant operational flexibility for approach and landing procedures. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind conditions given the runway's 08/26 orientation. Standard instrument approach techniques recommended for tropical coastal environments will be most appropriate when navigating to Cayenne – Félix Eboué 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.