N'Gaoundéré Airport

FKKN / NGE

N'Gaoundéré, CM

Last Updated
Jul 3, 17:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 12 hours ago
17:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FKKN 031700Z /////KT 9999 TS FEW013 FEW015CB 21/20 Q1018 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,655 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,955 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,155 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

N'Gaoundéré Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 11.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,300 ft, few at 1,500 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
896 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,655 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,513 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,110 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.3°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKN
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
02/20 8,858 ft 148 ft ASP 22°

Weather Statistics - FKKN

2,081 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.4%
MVFR
17.9%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
0.6%

N'Gaoundéré Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from 15°C to 50°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 14 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.8%
N
25.7%
S
5.6%
W
3%
NE
27.9%
NW
6.4%
SE
6.2%
SW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.2°C
Range: 15°C to 50°C
15°C 50°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

November October May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,081 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

N'Gaoundéré Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FKKN
IATA Code: NGE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,655 ft MSL

Location

City: N'Gaoundéré
Country: CM
Latitude: 7.357010°
Longitude: 13.559200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About N'Gaoundéré Airport

Overview

N'Gaoundéré Airport serves the urban center of N'Gaoundéré in Cameroon, positioned at an elevation of 3,655 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting regional and potentially limited international operations. The airport's single runway 02/20 extends 8,858 feet with an asphalted surface.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 71.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperatures range from 15°C to 39°C, averaging 27.2°C, which suggests consistent thermal conditions for most of the year. Wind patterns are predominantly from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 4.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 14 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's significant elevation at 3,655 feet MSL suggests potential performance considerations for aircraft, particularly during warmer periods. Terrain surrounding N'Gaoundéré likely includes varied topographical features typical of central Cameroon's landscape. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude effects during high-temperature periods.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 2.7 knots. The best visual meteorological conditions occur during November, October, and December, offering optimal flying weather. With consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and negligible fog occurrences, approaches are typically straightforward.

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
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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.