Mano Dayak International Airport

DRZA / AJY

Agadez, NE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
38°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
10 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DRZA 041800Z 27010KT 250V310 9999 FEW035 38/15 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,657 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,157 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mano Dayak International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 3.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 10 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 38°C (100°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 DRZA 041700Z 0418/0518 20006KT 8000 NSC BECMG 0504/0506 26010KT PROB40 0514/0518 TS FEW035 FEW040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km
04:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 260° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RZA
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
9,843 ft 98 ft ASP 68°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - DRZA

3,817 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
0.4%

Mano Dayak International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Temperature extremes range from 12°C to 45°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
54.3%
N
4.8%
S
5.4%
W
5.7%
NE
5.6%
NW
7.1%
SE
13.3%
SW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 31.8°C
Range: 12°C to 45°C
12°C 45°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November September July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,817 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mano Dayak International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DRZA
IATA Code: AJY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,657 ft MSL

Location

City: Agadez
Country: NE
Latitude: 16.966000°
Longitude: 8.000110°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mano Dayak International Airport

Overview

Mano Dayak International Airport serves Agadez, located in northeastern Niger, as a medium-sized airport positioned at 1,657 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a remote desert region, supporting regional transportation and potential resource exploration operations.

Flying Conditions

With 76.2% of observations reporting VFR conditions, the airport offers consistently reliable visual flight conditions. Temperature variations range from 13°C to 42°C, with an average of 29.8°C, indicating significant thermal considerations for aircraft performance. November, September, and October represent the most favorable VFR months for operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single 9,843-foot asphalted runway (07/25) oriented east-west, which aligns closely with the prevailing easterly winds. Regional terrain is characterized by desert landscapes, with wind patterns demonstrating a consistent easterly flow averaging 9.2 knots and rarely experiencing calm conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.9 knots. Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions, with maximum recorded wind speeds of 28 knots, which should be considered during performance calculations and approach planning.

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.