Kaduna Airport

DNKA / KAD

Kaduna, NG

Last Updated
Jul 3, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 19 hours ago
07:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DNKA 030700Z 27004KT 9999 SCT009 22/21 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,073 ft
SCT 900 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,973 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kaduna Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 19.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 DNKA 022300Z 0300/0406 27012KT 8000 -TSRA BKN0101 FEW020CB BECMG 0302/0304 BECMG VRB02KT NSW FEW008 BECMG 0308/0310 21010KT BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:07Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Light Thunderstorm Rain
02:07Z BECMG
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NKA
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,843 ft 197 ft ASP 50°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DNKA

1,079 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.1%
MVFR
35.4%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
3.3%

Kaduna Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 66 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 38°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are June, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 66 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.1%
N
6.3%
S
9.1%
W
4.6%
NE
37%
NW
2.6%
SE
5.4%
SW
12%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 17°C to 38°C
17°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

June October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 1,079 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kaduna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DNKA
IATA Code: KAD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,073 ft MSL

Location

City: Kaduna
Country: NG
Latitude: 10.696000°
Longitude: 7.320110°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kaduna Airport

Overview

Kaduna Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Kaduna, Nigeria, situated at an elevation of 2,073 feet MSL. The airport features a single runway (05/23) with a substantial length of 9,843 feet, constructed with asphalt surface. Its geographic coordinates at 10.696000, 7.320110 position it in the northern region of Nigeria.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 58.8% of recorded periods supporting VFR operations. Temperature variations range from 17°C to 36°C, with an average of 27°C. The wind profile demonstrates a northeastern prevailing direction at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 6 knots and occasional gusts up to 66 knots, though calm conditions occur 1.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation at 2,073 feet presents moderate altitude considerations for aircraft performance. Visibility consistently remains favorable, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility. Seasonal patterns suggest October, September, and November offer the most reliable VFR flying conditions based on historical meteorological data.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a modest average crosswind of 2.3 knots. Pilots can anticipate stable approach conditions, particularly during the recommended VFR months. The substantial runway length of 9,843 feet provides ample landing and takeoff options for medium-sized aircraft 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.