Tunis Carthage International Airport

DTTA / TUN

Tunis, TN

Last Updated
Jul 27, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
9 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTTA 270000Z 29009KT 250V310 9999 SCT026 30/24 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 22 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,622 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tunis Carthage International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 9 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

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

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 7 to 20 knots. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 01:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 00:00Z.

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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TAF DTTA 262300Z 2700/2724 34007KT 9999 SCT026 PROB30 TEMPO 2701/2706 RA FEW023TCU PROB40 TEMPO 2716/2724 VRB20G30KT TSRA FEW023CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTA
01
19
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 12°
1.3 kt 8.9 kt
82° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
9,318 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
9.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DTTA

14,089 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.2%
MVFR
14%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Tunis Carthage International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 48°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 4.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.6%
N
15.4%
S
16.1%
W
18.7%
NE
5.4%
NW
9.7%
SE
10.3%
SW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.4°C
Range: 5°C to 48°C
5°C 48°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

May June July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 14,089 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tunis Carthage International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTTA
IATA Code: TUN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 22 ft MSL

Location

City: Tunis
Country: TN
Latitude: 36.851002°
Longitude: 10.227200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 9,318 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tunis Carthage International Airport

Overview

Tunis Carthage International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Tunisia, located in the capital city of Tunis. Situated at a low elevation of 22 feet mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and passenger traffic for the North African region. Its strategic coastal location provides critical aviation infrastructure for international and regional connections.

Flying Conditions

As a Mediterranean coastal airport, Tunis Carthage experiences moderate climate conditions with potential seasonal wind variations. The airport's dual runway configuration (01/19 and 11/29) offers operational flexibility with substantial runway lengths of 10,499 and 9,318 feet respectively, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Both runways are constructed with asphalt surfaces, providing consistent operational capabilities throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned at coordinates 36.851002, 10.227200, situated near the Mediterranean coastline with relatively flat surrounding terrain. Its low elevation and coastal positioning suggest potential for maritime atmospheric influences such as sea breezes and occasional reduced visibility conditions. The dual runway system allows for wind-adaptive operations, enhancing overall airport resilience.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate standard approach procedures considering the airport's dual runway layout. The parallel runway configuration enables flexible wind-based runway selection, with the 10,499-foot primary runway (01/19) providing substantial landing and takeoff performance capabilities. Standard instrument approach procedures are recommended, with careful attention to local maritime and coastal 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.

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.