JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield

RJCA

Asahikawa, JP

Last Updated
Mar 3, 02:18Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 31 hours ago
02:18Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
4 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
347 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI RJCA 030218Z 35004KT 310V120 9999 FEW020 SCT030 01/M04 Q1026 RMK 1CU020 4CU030 A3029

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 377 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,377 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,377 ft AMSL
QNH
347 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
334 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (377 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,365 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 18,775 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: -13.2°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JCA
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
2,624 ft 164 ft GRS 73°
0.0 kt 4.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJCA

282 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
36.5%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
26.2%
LIFR
15.6%

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 36.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 41.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.9%
NE
7.3%
E
2.3%
SE
1.8%
S
11%
SW
6.4%
W
53.4%
NW
11.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 0°C
Range: -15°C to 27°C
-15°C 27°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 282 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJCA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 377 ft MSL

Location

City: Asahikawa
Country: JP
Latitude: 43.794734°
Longitude: 142.365432°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield (RJCA) is located in Asahikawa, JP at an elevation of 377 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 2,624 feet.

Weather Profile

RJCA is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 36.5% of the time across 282 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 41.8% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at RJCA come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 8.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.5%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, September, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -15°C (5°F) to 27°C (81°F), averaging 0°C (32°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.9 to 30.03 inHg (335-1017 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 282 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.