Miyako Airport

ROMY / MMY

Miyakojima, JP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
14 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
3,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ROMY 041600Z AUTO 10014KT 9999 BKN033 BKN037 BKN040 21/14 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 150 ft
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
BKN 3,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,450 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,850 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,150 ft AMSL

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OMY
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
6,560 ft 150 ft ASP 37°
7.0 kt 12.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ROMY

4,181 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.3%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
3.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Miyako Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 10.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 33°C with an average of 22.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.5%
NE
29.8%
E
25.7%
SE
10.2%
S
6.4%
SW
1.4%
W
0.6%
NW
1.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.2°C
Range: 12°C to 33°C
12°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,181 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Miyako Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ROMY
IATA Code: MMY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 150 ft MSL

Location

City: Miyakojima
Country: JP
Latitude: 24.782801°
Longitude: 125.294998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,560 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Miyako Airport

Overview

Miyako Airport serves Miyakojima, a strategically located island in the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. Positioned at 24.782801, 125.294998 with an elevation of 150 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport features a single runway (04/22) measuring 6,560 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Miyako Airport are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 80.8% of observations showing clear conditions. Winds consistently blow from the northeast at an average of 10.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. Pilots can expect stable temperatures averaging 23°C, with a comfortable range between 12°C and 33°C throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (04/22) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average a manageable 4.6 knots, presenting minimal challenge for most aircraft operations. The island's geographic position in the Ryukyu archipelago means pilots should anticipate potential maritime influences on local weather patterns.

Approach Considerations

September, January, and October represent the most consistently favorable months for VFR operations, with optimal weather conditions. Runway 04/22 is well-positioned to handle prevailing northeastern winds, providing predictable approach and departure scenarios. Pilots should prepare for consistent visibility around 10 statute miles and minimal risk of fog or low-visibility conditions.

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.