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Weather Briefing
MVFRTambacounda Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 8 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 38°C (100°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
|
6,562 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 49° |
↑ 7.7 kt
•
↔ 6.4 kt
40° angle
|
Weather Statistics - GOTT
5,223 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Tambacounda Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.3 knots. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 45°C with an average of 30.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, November, December.
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Statistics computed from 5,223 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Tambacounda Airport - Airport Information
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About Tambacounda Airport
Overview
Tambacounda Airport serves the eastern region of Senegal, located at an elevation of 161 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Tambacounda administrative region, supporting regional transportation and potentially agricultural or resource-sector operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Tambacounda are predominantly VFR, with 89.4% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The airport experiences a stable wind profile with a prevailing northerly wind at an average of 6.1 knots, and temperatures ranging from 16°C to 40°C with a mean of 28.4°C. January, November, and December offer the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.
Notable Features
The single runway 06/24 is 6,562 feet long with an asphalted surface, oriented to take maximum advantage of the prevailing wind conditions. Pilots can expect highly predictable wind patterns, with 100% runway alignment favorability and an average crosswind of just 3.2 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility.
Approach Considerations
Given the predominant northerly winds, runway 06 will typically offer the most wind-aligned approach. The low frequency of IFR conditions (only 1.6% of observations) suggests that instrument approaches will be infrequently required. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with minimal wind-related challenges throughout the year.
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