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Weather Briefing
VFRJulius Nyerere International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 5 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,200 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
|
9,843 ft | 151 ft | ASP | 45° |
↑ 4.9 kt
•
↔ 0.9 kt
10° angle
|
| 14/32 | 3,280 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 135° |
↑ 0.4 kt
•
↔ 5.0 kt
85° angle
|
Weather Statistics - HTDA
4,426 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Julius Nyerere International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 125 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.2°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are July, February, May.
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Statistics computed from 4,426 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Julius Nyerere International Airport - Airport Information
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About Julius Nyerere International Airport
Overview
Julius Nyerere International Airport serves as the primary international airport for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's largest city and economic center. Located at coordinates -6.878110, 39.202599, the airport sits at an elevation of 182 feet mean sea level and handles significant commercial and passenger traffic for the region.
Flying Conditions
Situated near the equator, the airport experiences tropical maritime climate conditions with two primary seasons affecting flight operations. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and variable wind patterns, particularly during the wet seasons from March to May and November to December.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalt runways: a primary 9,843-foot runway (05/23) and a secondary 3,280-foot runway (14/32). Its relatively low elevation and coastal location create unique atmospheric conditions that pilots must carefully assess during approach and departure phases.
Approach Considerations
Runway 05/23, being the longer and primary runway, will typically be the preferred approach vector for most aircraft operations. Wind direction and intensity will influence specific runway selection, with pilots advised to carefully monitor local meteorological conditions during their flight planning and approach phases.
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