Monbetsu Airport

RJEB / MBE

Monbetsu, JP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2 hours ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
10 kt
90°
1.5 km
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJEB 040700Z 09010KT 1500 R32/1700N -SHSN FEW003 BKN004 M01/M01 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 80 ft
FEW 300 ft AGL
BKN 400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
380 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
480 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JEB
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 131°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJEB

1,285 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.2%
MVFR
8.1%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
6.4%

Monbetsu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
12.4%
N
7.6%
S
3.4%
W
31.8%
NE
4.2%
NW
18.2%
SE
6.6%
SW
15.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -10°C to 29°C
-10°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,285 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Monbetsu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJEB
IATA Code: MBE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Monbetsu
Country: JP
Latitude: 44.303902°
Longitude: 143.404007°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Monbetsu Airport

Overview

Monbetsu Airport serves the northeastern Hokkaido region of Japan, located at an elevation of 80 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 44.303902, 143.404007, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local Monbetsu area, supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 84% of observed weather patterns supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at 270° and an average speed of 9.3 knots, occasionally reaching up to 32 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -10°C to 29°C, with an average of 5.6°C.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (14/32) measuring 6,562 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind analysis indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for the runway, with an average crosswind of 5.8 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (0.1% of observations).

Approach Considerations

October, January, and September offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. The runway alignment and prevailing westerly winds suggest runway 14/32 as the primary approach, with predictable wind characteristics. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions, particularly during the airport's most favorable weather months.

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.