Akita Airport

RJSK / AXT

Akita, JP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
6 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJSK 042200Z 32006KT 9999 -SHRA FEW003 SCT015 BKN020 03/02 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 313 ft
FEW 300 ft AGL
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
613 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,813 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,313 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJSK 041705Z 0418/0600 30008KT 8000 -SHRASN FEW008 BKN015 TEMPO 0418/0501 4000 -SHRASN BR BECMG 0515/0518 14004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:37Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers RASN

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JSK
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
8,200 ft 200 ft ASP 96°
4.6 kt 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJSK

3,667 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49%
MVFR
13.6%
IFR
15.1%
LIFR
22.3%

Akita Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 37.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
1%
E
8.1%
SE
26.2%
S
5.5%
SW
1.9%
W
24.6%
NW
27.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -7°C to 29°C
-7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.3%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,667 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Akita Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJSK
IATA Code: AXT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 313 ft MSL

Location

City: Akita
Country: JP
Latitude: 39.615601°
Longitude: 140.218994°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 8,200 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Akita Airport

Overview

Akita Airport serves the Akita Prefecture in northern Japan, providing regional connectivity for commercial and general aviation. Located at 313 feet above mean sea level, the airport features a substantial 8,200-foot asphalt runway capable of handling medium-sized aircraft. Its strategic position in northern Honshu makes it a critical transportation hub for the surrounding region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable flight conditions throughout the year, with significant weather diversity. Statistical data reveals that only 49.1% of observations support standard VFR conditions, with a notable 23.8% of time experiencing low IFR conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly northwestern at 315 degrees, averaging 8 knots with occasional gusts up to 32 knots, which pilots should anticipate during approach and departure.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in Akita Prefecture introduces potential terrain and microclimate considerations for aviators. Elevation at 313 feet MSL suggests relatively modest terrain challenges, but the varied weather conditions – including temperature ranges from -5°C to 29°C – demand careful preflight planning and situational awareness. The calm wind percentage is extremely low at 0.4%, indicating consistent air movement.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of 3.2 knots. Seasonal VFR conditions are most predictable during September, October, and November, offering optimal flying windows. Pilots should pay particular attention to potential fog conditions, which occur in 8.7% of observations and can significantly impact visibility.

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.