Kansai International Airport

RJBB / KIX

Osaka, JP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
13 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJBB 042030Z AUTO 35013KT 9999 FEW046 06/02 Q1024 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
FEW 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,626 ft AMSL
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1023 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
-297 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,371 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJBB 041705Z 0418/0600 01012KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 0502/0504 30004KT BECMG 0506/0509 05012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 300° 4 kt
06:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 50° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JBB
06L ✈️
24R
06R ✈️
24L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06L/24R
Active: 06L
13,123 ft 196 ft ASP 51°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 06R
11,483 ft 196 ft ASP 51°
4.4 kt 12.2 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJBB

7,940 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.3%
MVFR
3%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
0.2%

Kansai International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 10.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 10.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.7%
NE
18.8%
E
13.8%
SE
5.5%
S
6.2%
SW
6%
W
16.3%
NW
17.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.8°C
Range: 1°C to 34°C
1°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,940 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kansai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJBB
IATA Code: KIX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Osaka
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.427299°
Longitude: 135.244003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 06L/24R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 196 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kansai International Airport

Overview

Kansai International Airport (RJBB) is a major international airport serving the Osaka metropolitan area in Japan. Located on an artificial island in Osaka Bay, the airport plays a critical role in supporting international and domestic air transportation for the Kansai region. Its strategic position enables significant passenger and cargo operations for western Japan.

Flying Conditions

Situated at a low elevation of 26 ft MSL, Kansai International Airport experiences maritime-influenced weather patterns typical of coastal regions. The airport's dual parallel runways (06L/24R and 06R/24L) provide operational flexibility across different wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential marine layer influences and seasonal wind variations affecting approach and landing characteristics.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial asphalt runways, with 06L/24R measuring 13,123 feet and 06R/24L measuring 11,483 feet. Its unique artificial island location creates distinctive approach considerations, with potential for crosswinds and marine environment interactions. The parallel runway configuration allows for simultaneous independent operations under appropriate conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientations of 06/24 suggest prevailing wind patterns typically favor approaches from west/east directions. The substantial runway lengths provide ample landing and takeoff options for a wide range of aircraft types. Pilots should carefully assess current meteorological conditions and wind vectors when planning approaches to these parallel runways.

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.