Kansai International Airport

RJBB / KIX

Osaka, JP

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
5 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
13,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJBB 221000Z 16005KT 090V190 9999 FEW020 SCT040 BKN130 18/05 Q1013 BECMG 13004KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 13,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,026 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,026 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
13,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,026 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kansai International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 13,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 5 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 13000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 29 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: Rain, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 29 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 29 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 21:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 03:00Z and 09:00Z.

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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
34 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 400 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD RJBB 220738Z 2207/2312 12004KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040 BECMG 2218/2221 06016KT TEMPO 2221/2303 4000 RA BR TEMPO 2303/2309 04029G40KT 4000 RA BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 60° 16 kt
21:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Rain, Mist

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: 24R
13,123 ft 196 ft ASP 51°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 24L
11,483 ft 196 ft ASP 51°
0.9 kt 4.9 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 - RJBB

10,165 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.1%
MVFR
3.3%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
0.2%

Kansai International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 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: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.7%
NE
19.7%
E
13%
SE
5.4%
S
6.4%
SW
6.5%
W
14.9%
NW
16%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.5°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: 6.4 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,165 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.