Conakry International Airport

GUCY / CKY

Conakry, GN

Last Updated
Apr 29, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
12 kt
220°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GUCY 291700Z 22012KT CAVOK 29/21 Q1008 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Conakry International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 12 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 03:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (72 ft)
Pressure Alt
230 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,927 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GUCY 291100Z 2912/3018 26008KT 9999 FEW015 SCT110 PROB30 TEMPO 3003/3009 VRB02KT 9999 SCT015 SCT110
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:20Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+10h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UCY
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
10,826 ft 148 ft ASP 49°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GUCY

4,570 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.3%
MVFR
28.8%
IFR
12.9%
LIFR
0%

Conakry International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.5 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.9°C (range: 21°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.7%
N
9.4%
S
10.6%
W
25%
NE
8.3%
NW
12.2%
SE
2.9%
SW
19.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 21°C to 35°C
21°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,570 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Conakry International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GUCY
IATA Code: CKY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 72 ft MSL

Location

City: Conakry
Country: GN
Latitude: 9.576890°
Longitude: -13.612000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,826 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Conakry International Airport

Overview

Conakry International Airport serves Guinea's primary maritime city, located on the Atlantic coast. As a medium-sized airport situated at 72 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical international and regional aviation connectivity for West Africa. The airport supports essential transportation infrastructure for Conakry and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 57.2% of observations indicating clear weather and an additional 34% in marginal VFR status. Wind patterns are consistent from the west (270°) at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 34°C, with an average of 27.7°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) extends 10,826 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. Its orientation allows for favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 3.5 knots. The coastal location likely introduces maritime atmospheric influences that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

November, October, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flight conditions, characterized by stable weather patterns. The long runway and consistent wind profile from the west provide predictable approach characteristics. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility, supporting generally reliable flight 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.