Cadjehoun Airport

DBBB / COO

Cotonou, BJ

Last Updated
Jun 17, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
4 kt
360°
9 km
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DBBB 170900Z 36004KT 310V040 9000 TS SCT011 SCT017 FEW022CB 26/25 Q1016 TEMPO 12021KT 4000 TSRA BKN008 FEW018CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
SCT 1,100 ft AGL
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 2,200 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
819 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,119 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,719 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,819 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,219 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Cadjehoun Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 800 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 16:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (19 ft)
Pressure Alt
-64 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,261 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DBBB 170500Z 1706/1812 VRB03KT 9999 FEW010 FEW020CB TEMPO 1706/1712 12020G35KT 2500 +TSRA BKN010 FEW020CB BECMG 1714/1716 20010KT PROB30 TEMPO 1716/1722 TS BKN012 FEW023CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:14Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 200° 10 kt
16:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBB
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 53°
2.0 kt 3.5 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 - DBBB

5,102 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.3%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
6.1%
LIFR
0.2%

Cadjehoun Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.7°C (range: 22°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
0.7%
N
3.2%
S
17.6%
W
8.2%
NE
1.3%
NW
3.3%
SE
1.3%
SW
63.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.7°C
Range: 22°C to 36°C
22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

November March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,102 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cadjehoun Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DBBB
IATA Code: COO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Cotonou
Country: BJ
Latitude: 6.357230°
Longitude: 2.384350°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cadjehoun Airport

Overview

Cadjehoun Airport serves Cotonou, Benin, as a medium-sized airport situated at 19 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 6.357230, 2.384350, the airport supports regional aviation operations with its single runway 06/24, which spans 7,874 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cadjehoun are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 77.9% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 20 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 28.2°C with a range between 22°C and 33°C.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 19 feet MSL indicates a flat coastal terrain typical of southern Benin. Runway 06/24 experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% of wind observations supporting acceptable crosswind limitations. Calm wind conditions occur in only 0.7% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during October, November, and December, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The runway's orientation and prevailing southwest winds result in an average crosswind of just 3 knots, providing predictable approach and landing characteristics for most aircraft operations.

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.