Sfax Thyna International Airport

DTTX / SFA

Sfax, TN

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
19 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DTTX 142200Z 19019KT 9999 SCT030 23/12 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 85 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,085 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sfax Thyna International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 19 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°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: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 09:00Z.

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 DTTX 141700Z 1418/1518 12010KT CAVOK BECMG 1422/1424 23014KT PROB40 TEMPO 1500/1509 TSRA FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
00:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTX
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
9,843 ft 148 ft CON 148°
14.6 kt 12.2 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 - DTTX

5,324 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79%
MVFR
20.4%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.2%

Sfax Thyna International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.1%
NE
8.3%
E
11.9%
SE
8%
S
11.4%
SW
14.4%
W
14.2%
NW
18.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.8°C
Range: 4°C to 37°C
4°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,324 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sfax Thyna International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DTTX
IATA Code: SFA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 85 ft MSL

Location

City: Sfax
Country: TN
Latitude: 34.717999°
Longitude: 10.691000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Sfax Thyna International Airport

Overview

Sfax Thyna International Airport serves the coastal city of Sfax in Tunisia, positioned at an elevation of 85 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 34.717999, 10.691000, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the central-eastern region of Tunisia. The airport features a single concrete runway (15/33) extending 9,843 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Sfax Thyna are predominantly favorable for flying, with VFR conditions present 78.5% of the time. The prevailing northwest winds average 6.6 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 22 knots. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 37°C, with an average of 18.4°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature variations that pilots should consider during flight planning.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with winds aligned 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 4 knots, providing consistent and predictable approach conditions. Geographically, the airport's coastal location near Sfax suggests potential for maritime influence on local weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visual conditions, with over 10 miles of average visibility and minimal instances of reduced flight conditions. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying weather. The runway's orientation and consistent wind patterns suggest straightforward approach and departure procedures with minimal wind-related challenges.

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.