Tunis Carthage International Airport

DTTA / TUN

Tunis, TN

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTTA 150830Z 24008KT 200V280 9999 SCT023 24/12 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 22 ft
SCT 2,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,322 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tunis Carthage International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 8 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 16:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 DTTA 150500Z 1506/1606 21010KT 9999 SCT026 BECMG 1507/1509 30010KT BECMG 1513/1515 06010KT PROB40 TEMPO 1516/1524 RA FEW026TCU BECMG 1519/1521 22005KT BECMG 1603/1605 30012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 60° 10 kt
16:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Rain
19:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 220° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTA
01
19 ✈️
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
10,499 ft 148 ft ASP 12°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
11/29 9,318 ft 148 ft ASP 112°
4.9 kt 6.3 kt
128° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DTTA

10,842 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.5%
MVFR
17.5%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.3%

Tunis Carthage International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperatures typically range between 5°C and 35°C with an average of 17°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 4.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.9%
N
9.9%
S
18.6%
W
21.1%
NE
3.9%
NW
8.5%
SE
11.1%
SW
13.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 17°C
Range: 5°C to 35°C
5°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,842 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tunis Carthage International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTTA
IATA Code: TUN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 22 ft MSL

Location

City: Tunis
Country: TN
Latitude: 36.851002°
Longitude: 10.227200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 9,318 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tunis Carthage International Airport

Overview

Tunis Carthage International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Tunisia, located in the capital city of Tunis. Situated at a low elevation of 22 feet mean sea level, the airport handles significant commercial and passenger traffic for the North African region. Its strategic coastal location provides critical aviation infrastructure for international and regional connections.

Flying Conditions

As a Mediterranean coastal airport, Tunis Carthage experiences moderate climate conditions with potential seasonal wind variations. The airport's dual runway configuration (01/19 and 11/29) offers operational flexibility with substantial runway lengths of 10,499 and 9,318 feet respectively, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Both runways are constructed with asphalt surfaces, providing consistent operational capabilities throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned at coordinates 36.851002, 10.227200, situated near the Mediterranean coastline with relatively flat surrounding terrain. Its low elevation and coastal positioning suggest potential for maritime atmospheric influences such as sea breezes and occasional reduced visibility conditions. The dual runway system allows for wind-adaptive operations, enhancing overall airport resilience.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate standard approach procedures considering the airport's dual runway layout. The parallel runway configuration enables flexible wind-based runway selection, with the 10,499-foot primary runway (01/19) providing substantial landing and takeoff performance capabilities. Standard instrument approach procedures are recommended, with careful attention to local maritime and coastal meteorological conditions.

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.