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MVFRGafsa Ksar International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,300 feet and 8 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 11 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft, scattered at 3,300 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Sand. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Sand between 22:00Z and 01:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
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9,514 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 48° |
↑ 10.8 kt
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↔ 1.9 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - DTTF
5,316 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Gafsa Ksar International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, April.
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Statistics computed from 5,316 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Gafsa Ksar International Airport - Airport Information
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About Gafsa Ksar International Airport
Overview
Gafsa Ksar International Airport serves the Gafsa region in Tunisia, situated at an elevation of 1060 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 9514 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and potentially international aviation operations in this part of southern Tunisia.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 70% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistent from the northeast at an average of 7.3 knots, with maximum gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 1°C to 39°C, with an average of 16.7°C, suggesting potential density altitude considerations during summer months.
Notable Features
Located at coordinates 34.422001, 8.822500, the airport is positioned in a region with typical desert/semi-arid terrain characteristics. The runway orientation (05/23) is highly aligned with prevailing wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of 3.2 knots, providing consistently stable approach and departure conditions.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect optimal flying conditions during September, October, and November, which represent the best VFR months. The runway's extensive 9514-foot length provides substantial landing and takeoff margin. With historically excellent visibility (average 10 statute miles) and minimal low-visibility events, instrument approaches should generally be straightforward.
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