Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

FCPP / PNR

Pointe Noire, CG

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
8 kt
210°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FCPP 141600Z 21008KT 190V250 8000 FEW013 27/23 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 55 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,355 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,300 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 13:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 04:00Z and 07:00Z.

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
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (55 ft)
Pressure Alt
183 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,636 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF FCPP 141100Z 1412/1512 20010KT 8000 SCT016 PROB30 1413/1419 FEW020 FEW030CB BECMG 1415/1417 VRB04KT PROB30 1504/1507 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
04:00Z PROB30
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
CPP
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 166°
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FCPP

4,974 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
32%
MVFR
63.8%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
0.1%

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 32% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 4.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.6 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.7°C (range: 21°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 2.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
1.9%
S
37%
W
6%
NE
3.2%
NW
2.1%
SE
9.9%
SW
29.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.7°C
Range: 21°C to 33°C
21°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

February March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,974 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FCPP
IATA Code: PNR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 55 ft MSL

Location

City: Pointe Noire
Country: CG
Latitude: -4.816030°
Longitude: 11.886600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

Overview

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport serves Pointe Noire, Republic of Congo, as a medium-sized international airport. Located at an elevation of 55 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's commercial and potentially military operations. Its single runway 17/35 offers substantial landing capability at 8,530 feet in asphalt surface configuration.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly MVFR conditions, with 69.7% of observed weather scenarios in this category. Prevailing southerly winds at an average of 6.8 knots create generally stable flight conditions, with maximum recorded winds of 16 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 32°C, with an average of 26.1°C, supporting consistent operational environments.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates -4.816030, 11.886600, the airport's geographical positioning influences its meteorological characteristics. The low elevation and coastal proximity likely contribute to the consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) and zero instances of visibility below 3SM suggest reliable visual navigation conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.8 knots. January, November, and December represent the optimal VFR months for flight operations. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.