Diffa Airport

DRZF

Diffa, NE

Last Updated
Apr 30, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
39°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
80°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DRZF 301500Z 08006KT CAVOK 39/10 Q////

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 39°C (102°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RZF
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
5,906 ft 98 ft ASP 88°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DRZF

1,788 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.9%
MVFR
18.9%
IFR
8.4%
LIFR
4.8%

Diffa Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 43°C with an average of 33°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.5%
NE
38.6%
E
42.4%
SE
3.3%
S
1.5%
SW
3.9%
W
6.1%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 33°C
Range: 19°C to 43°C
19°C 43°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 1,788 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Diffa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DRZF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 994 ft MSL

Location

City: Diffa
Country: NE
Latitude: 13.372900°
Longitude: 12.626700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Diffa Airport

Diffa Airport (DRZF) is located in Diffa, NE at an elevation of 994 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 5,906 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 67.9% of the time based on 1,788 observations, DRZF requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 13.2% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at DRZF come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 9.3 knots. Calm winds are rare (0%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.9 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 19°C (66°F) to 43°C (109°F), averaging 33°C (91°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,788 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.