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IFRMargaret Ekpo International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 900 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 24.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 25°C (77°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.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
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8,040 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 27° |
↑ 1.5 kt
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↔ 2.6 kt
60° angle
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Weather Statistics - DNCA
722 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Margaret Ekpo International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 1.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 23% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.3°C (range: 22°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, February, October.
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Statistics computed from 722 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Margaret Ekpo International Airport
Overview
Margaret Ekpo International Airport serves Calabar, Nigeria, functioning as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 210 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 4.976020, 8.347200, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for southeastern Nigeria. Its single runway (03/21) extends 8,040 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating regional and domestic aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Meteorological data indicates predominantly marginal VFR conditions, with 72.3% of observations showing MVFR status and 26.9% reporting IFR conditions. Wind patterns are consistently southerly, averaging 6.2 knots with a maximum recorded speed of 17 knots. Temperature stability is notable, ranging between 22°C and 34°C with an average of 28°C, suggesting relatively predictable thermal conditions for flight planning.
Notable Features
The airport demonstrates wind characteristics favorable for runway 03/21, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots. Visibility is consistently strong, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility. Calm wind conditions occur in 23.7% of observations, indicating potential need for careful wind assessment during approach and departure.
Approach Considerations
October, November, and January represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds and prepare for potential marginal visual conditions. The runway's substantial 8,040-foot length provides flexibility for most regional aircraft, with consistent wind alignments supporting predictable approach and landing scenarios.
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