Cadjehoun Airport

DBBB / COO

Cotonou, BJ

Last Updated
May 14, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
15 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DBBB 141400Z 19015KT 9999 SCT013 SCT014 FEW023CB 32/26 Q1009 TEMPO TS BKN012 FEW022CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
SCT 1,400 ft AGL
FEW 2,200 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 2,300 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,219 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,319 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,419 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,219 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,319 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Cadjehoun Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 15 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 14:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (19 ft)
Pressure Alt
147 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,192 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF DBBB 141100Z 1412/1518 22014KT 9999 SCT012 PROB40 TEMPO 1414/1420 TS BKN012 FEW023CB PROB30 TEMPO 1514/1518 4000 TSRA BKN010 FEW020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBB
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 53°
9.6 kt 11.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DBBB

4,460 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.4%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Cadjehoun Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.8°C (range: 22°C to 36°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
0.5%
N
2.6%
S
17.5%
W
8.1%
NE
0.9%
NW
2.9%
SE
1.1%
SW
65.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.8°C
Range: 22°C to 36°C
22°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,460 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cadjehoun Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DBBB
IATA Code: COO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Cotonou
Country: BJ
Latitude: 6.357230°
Longitude: 2.384350°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-0

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cadjehoun Airport

Overview

Cadjehoun Airport serves Cotonou, Benin, as a medium-sized airport situated at 19 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 6.357230, 2.384350, the airport supports regional aviation operations with its single runway 06/24, which spans 7,874 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cadjehoun are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 77.9% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Prevailing winds from the southwest (225°) average 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 20 knots. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 28.2°C with a range between 22°C and 33°C.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 19 feet MSL indicates a flat coastal terrain typical of southern Benin. Runway 06/24 experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% of wind observations supporting acceptable crosswind limitations. Calm wind conditions occur in only 0.7% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during October, November, and December, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The runway's orientation and prevailing southwest winds result in an average crosswind of just 3 knots, providing predictable approach and landing characteristics for most aircraft operations.

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.