Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport

DAUL / LOO

Laghouat, DZ

Last Updated
May 15, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
18:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
4 kt
210°
8 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DAUL 151800Z 21004KT 8000 SCT033 BKN100 20/10 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,510 ft
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,810 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,510 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 DAUL 151700Z 1518/1603 32008KT 8000 SCT033 BKN100 PROB30 TEMPO 1518/1520 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:23Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AUL
16L ✈️
34R
16R ✈️
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16L/34R
Active: 16L
12,486 ft 148 ft ASP 157°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 16R
12,477 ft 148 ft ASP 156°
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DAUL

4,690 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.9%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
0.3%

Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 11.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 50 knots. Calm conditions occur 37.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 11.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 50 kt
Calm Winds: 37.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.4%
NE
5.5%
E
8.4%
SE
2.6%
S
3.9%
SW
10.8%
W
11.4%
NW
12.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.3°C
Range: 0°C to 36°C
0°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.7 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,690 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DAUL
IATA Code: LOO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,510 ft MSL

Location

City: Laghouat
Country: DZ
Latitude: 33.764400°
Longitude: 2.928340°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 16L/34R
Length: 12,486 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 12,477 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport

Overview

Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport serves the city of Laghouat in Algeria, situated at an elevation of 2,510 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two substantial asphalted runways each exceeding 12,400 feet in length. The airport's strategic location and extensive runway capacity support various aviation operations in this part of Algeria.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates highly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions prevailing 88.2% of the time. Wind patterns are predominantly northwestern (315°), averaging 9.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 36°C, with an average of 15.2°C, providing generally stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (16L/34R and 16R/34L) with nearly identical lengths and surface compositions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 6.5 knots. The airport's high elevation and geographic positioning in an arid region contribute to consistently clear atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during autumn months (September, October, November). The runways' parallel configuration and consistent wind patterns facilitate predictable landing and takeoff scenarios. With an average visibility of 10 statute miles and negligible instances of restricted visibility, approaches at Laghouat - Molay Ahmed Medeghri Airport are generally straightforward and reliable.

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.