Okinoerabu Airport

RJKB / OKE

Wadomari, JP

Last Updated
Apr 30, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
8 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJKB 301600Z AUTO VRB08KT 9999 FEW009 SCT011 BKN019 20/18 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 101 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
SCT 1,100 ft AGL
BKN 1,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,001 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,201 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,001 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Okinoerabu Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 8 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1900 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JKB
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 4,430 ft 147 ft ASP 34° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJKB

5,450 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.3%
MVFR
14%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
0.5%

Okinoerabu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 10.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperatures typically range between 8°C and 32°C with an average of 21.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 10.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
33.7%
NE
16.4%
E
18.4%
SE
3.7%
S
11%
SW
4.9%
W
3.6%
NW
8.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.2°C
Range: 8°C to 32°C
8°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 5,450 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Okinoerabu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJKB
IATA Code: OKE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 101 ft MSL

Location

City: Wadomari
Country: JP
Latitude: 27.431604°
Longitude: 128.705564°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,430 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Okinoerabu Airport

Overview

Okinoerabu Airport serves the Wadomari region in Japan, situated at an elevation of 101 feet MSL. This medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the local area, strategically positioned at coordinates 27.431604, 128.705564. The airport features a single asphalt runway (04/22) measuring 4,430 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Okinoerabu Airport are predominantly VFR, with 85.6% of observations indicating favorable visual flight conditions. The prevailing northerly winds average 10.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 12°C to 32°C, with an average of 22.6°C, suggesting stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location presents a unique wind environment, with consistent northerly wind patterns. Runway 04/22 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.9 knots. The low elevation and consistent weather make this airport relatively accessible for various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions particularly during September, January, and October. The runway alignment and prevailing wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges. With consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles) and no reported fog incidents, approaches to Okinoerabu Airport are typically straightforward and predictable.

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

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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.