Hassi R'Mel Airport

DAFH / HRM

Hassi R'Mel, DZ

Last Updated
Jul 26, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
15 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAFH 261800Z 22015KT 9999 SCT040 SCT100 41/// Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,540 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,540 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,540 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hassi R'Mel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 15 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DAFH 261700Z 2618/2703 22015KT 9999 FEW040 SCT100 PROB40 TEMPO 2618/2622 22015G30KT FEW033CB SCT100 BECMG 2623/2701 34012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 340° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AFH
08
26 ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,835 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
11.5 kt 9.6 kt
40° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
4,695 ft 100 ft ASP 88°
9.6 kt 11.5 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 - DAFH

3,835 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.7%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
1.3%

Hassi R'Mel Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, July, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 3.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.5%
N
10.8%
S
8.8%
W
12.1%
NE
8.6%
NW
12.1%
SE
11.9%
SW
14.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.6°C
Range: -1°C to 39°C
-1°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

November July October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,835 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hassi R'Mel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAFH
IATA Code: HRM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,540 ft MSL

Location

City: Hassi R'Mel
Country: DZ
Latitude: 32.930401°
Longitude: 3.311540°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,835 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 4,695 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hassi R'Mel Airport

Overview

Hassi R'Mel Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Algeria, situated at an elevation of 2,540 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves the Hassi R'Mel region, which is known for its significant natural gas and petroleum infrastructure. Its strategic location and substantial runway lengths make it an important facility for regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 91.8% of observations supporting VFR flight. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 37°C, with an average of 16.8°C, indicating potentially significant thermal variations. Winds are primarily from the southwest at 225° with an average speed of 8.8 knots, and visibility typically remains excellent at 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

Both primary runways (08/26 and 09/27) are constructed with asphalt surfaces, with the main runway 08/26 offering an impressive 9,835-foot length. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning suggest a semi-arid environment with potential for thermal and wind-related challenges. The airport demonstrates consistent wind conditions, with calm periods occurring only 4.3% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Both runways offer highly favorable wind alignments, with 100% wind compatibility for approaches. Average crosswind components remain low at approximately 5 knots, providing comfortable landing conditions. October, November, and September represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots operating at Hassi R'Mel 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.