Takamatsu Airport

RJOT / TAK

Takamatsu, JP

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
2 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJOT 221200Z 10002KT 9999 -RA FEW025 SCT045 BKN090 15/08 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 607 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,107 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,107 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,607 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Takamatsu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Light Rain, Rain, Mist, Patches Fog, Light Rain, Mist, Patches Fog. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist, Patches Fog between 19:00Z and 21:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist, Patches Fog between 21:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain, Mist, Patches Fog between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJOT 221105Z 2212/2318 14006KT 9000 -RA FEW030 BKN060 BECMG 2219/2221 07010KT TEMPO 2219/2221 3000 RA BR BCFG FEW000 SCT003 BKN005 TEMPO 2221/2306 1500 RA BR BCFG FEW000 SCT002 BKN003 TEMPO 2306/2312 1500 -RA BR BCFG FEW000 SCT002 BKN003 BECMG 2312/2315 20006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 6 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
Light Rain
19:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 70° 10 kt
19:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Rain, Mist, Patches Fog
21:00Z TEMPO
+9h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Rain, Mist, Patches Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JOT
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
8,200 ft 200 ft ASP 72°
1.9 kt 0.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJOT

3,707 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.6%
MVFR
4.3%
IFR
3.5%
LIFR
3.6%

Takamatsu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
8.2%
E
10.3%
SE
21.9%
S
3.3%
SW
12.2%
W
29%
NW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -3°C to 33°C
-3°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

January November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,707 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Takamatsu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJOT
IATA Code: TAK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 607 ft MSL

Location

City: Takamatsu
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.214199°
Longitude: 134.016006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 8,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Takamatsu Airport

Overview

Takamatsu Airport serves the Kagawa Prefecture region in Japan, functioning as a medium-sized airport located at 34.214199, 134.016006 with an elevation of 607 feet MSL. The airport features a single runway (08/26) measuring 8,200 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and commercial aviation operations in the Shikoku island area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Takamatsu Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR flight rules present 88.7% of the time. Winds predominantly blow from the west (270°) at an average of 7.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variations range from -3°C to 33°C, with an average of 13.9°C, providing relatively stable operating environments throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (08/26) experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% compatible wind alignments and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots. The surrounding geographic context of Shikoku island likely contributes to the consistent and predictable wind patterns observed in local meteorological data.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring 0% of the time). January, September, and November represent the best months for VFR operations, characterized by the most stable atmospheric conditions based on historical meteorological observations.

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.