Conakry International Airport

GUCY / CKY

Conakry, GN

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
50°
8 km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GUCY 040900Z 05006KT 8000 -RA BKN013 BKN100 24/22 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 72 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,372 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,072 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Conakry International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (72 ft)
Pressure Alt
50 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,147 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GUCY 040500Z 0406/0512 27006KT 8000 FEW013 SCT100 PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0410 12010KT 5000 -TSRA BKN010 OVC090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:48Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UCY
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
10,826 ft 148 ft ASP 49°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GUCY

5,827 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.6%
MVFR
30%
IFR
10.4%
LIFR
0%

Conakry International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 64 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28°C (range: 21°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, March, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 64 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.5%
N
9.5%
S
10.7%
W
24.9%
NE
7.9%
NW
14.1%
SE
2.7%
SW
19.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 28°C
Range: 21°C to 35°C
21°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May March November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,827 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Conakry International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GUCY
IATA Code: CKY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 72 ft MSL

Location

City: Conakry
Country: GN
Latitude: 9.576890°
Longitude: -13.612000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 10,826 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Conakry International Airport

Overview

Conakry International Airport serves Guinea's primary maritime city, located on the Atlantic coast. As a medium-sized airport situated at 72 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical international and regional aviation connectivity for West Africa. The airport supports essential transportation infrastructure for Conakry and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 57.2% of observations indicating clear weather and an additional 34% in marginal VFR status. Wind patterns are consistent from the west (270°) at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 34°C, with an average of 27.7°C, suggesting stable thermal conditions for most operations.

Notable Features

The single runway (06/24) extends 10,826 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. Its orientation allows for favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 3.5 knots. The coastal location likely introduces maritime atmospheric influences that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

November, October, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flight conditions, characterized by stable weather patterns. The long runway and consistent wind profile from the west provide predictable approach characteristics. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility, supporting generally reliable flight 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

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.