Current Weather
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Weather Briefing
VFRTamale Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,100 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 24 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: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 13:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 05/23 | 7,999 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 45° |
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Weather Statistics - DGLE
4,642 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Tamale Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 6.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 3.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 42°C with an average of 30.7°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.
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Statistics computed from 4,642 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Tamale Airport - Airport Information
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About Tamale Airport
Overview
Tamale Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in northern Ghana at an elevation of 553 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 9.557190, -0.863214, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Tamale metropolitan region, supporting regional and potentially domestic air transportation needs.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Tamale Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) environments, with 40.6% VFR and 48.7% Marginal VFR days. Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns from the southwest at an average of 3.4 knots, with temperatures ranging between 20°C and 39°C, averaging 29.6°C, which suggests generally stable atmospheric conditions.
Notable Features
The single runway 05/23 is a substantial 7,999-foot asphalt surface, providing ample landing and takeoff space for medium-sized aircraft. The airport experiences remarkably stable visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of reduced visibility below 3 miles or fog presence.
Approach Considerations
The prevailing southwestern winds align favorably with runway 05/23, offering a 100% wind-compatible approach vector with minimal average crosswind of only 1.3 knots. September through November represent the optimal months for VFR operations, characterized by the most consistent and predictable meteorological conditions.
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.
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