Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

DABC / CZL

Constantine, DZ

Last Updated
May 14, 16:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
16:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
10 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DABC 141630Z 26010KT 9999 SCT033 BKN200 21/02 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,265 ft
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,565 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,265 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 10 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 14:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 19:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 DABC 141100Z 1412/1512 26008KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 1414/1419 FEW030TCU BKN100 PROB40 TEMPO 1419/1506 FEW023CB BKN040 PROB30 TEMPO 1420/1424 4000 -TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
19:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABC
13
31 ✈️
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 136°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 159°
1.7 kt 9.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DABC

7,313 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.4%

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 3.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.7%
NE
6.9%
E
6.3%
SE
7.8%
S
11%
SW
5.6%
W
21.4%
NW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.6°C
Range: -1°C to 35°C
-1°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,313 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DABC
IATA Code: CZL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,265 ft MSL

Location

City: Constantine
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.276001°
Longitude: 6.620390°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

Overview

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport serves Constantine, Algeria as a medium-sized airport situated at 2265 feet above mean sea level. The airport, identified by ICAO code DABC, provides critical regional aviation infrastructure with two substantial asphalt runways capable of handling significant aircraft traffic. Its strategic location offers critical transportation connectivity for eastern Algeria.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mohamed Boudiaf are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 85.2% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 35°C with an average of 13.1°C, creating generally stable flying environments. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, characterized by stable winds averaging 7 knots from the west (270°) with occasional gusts up to 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with similar wind characteristics, both experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions. Runway 13/31 measures 7,874 feet, while Runway 16/34 extends to 9,843 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility. Average crosswind components remain modest at 4.2-4.5 knots, suggesting predictable landing and takeoff conditions for most aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visual conditions. Fog is rare, occurring in only 0.4% of observations, and visibility rarely drops below 3 statute miles. The western prevailing winds and extensive runway lengths provide multiple approach options with minimal wind-related complications.

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.