Kitakyushu Airport

RJFR / KKJ

Kitakyushu, JP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
13 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJFR 041000Z 02013KT 9999 FEW030 BKN040 10/03 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 21 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,021 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,021 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RJFR 040505Z 0406/0512 36010KT 9999 FEW030 BECMG 0421/0500 12006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 120° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JFR
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
8,202 ft 197 ft ASP 170°
12.2 kt 4.4 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 - RJFR

4,206 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.6%
MVFR
7.8%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
0.5%

Kitakyushu Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.7%
NE
7.2%
E
11.8%
SE
6.1%
S
6.4%
SW
11.2%
W
18.5%
NW
22.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.9°C
Range: -2°C to 32°C
-2°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,206 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kitakyushu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJFR
IATA Code: KKJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 21 ft MSL

Location

City: Kitakyushu
Country: JP
Latitude: 33.845901°
Longitude: 131.035004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kitakyushu Airport

Overview

Kitakyushu Airport serves the industrial region of northern Kyushu, located in southwestern Japan at an elevation of 21 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 33.845901, 131.035004, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local Kitakyushu metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kitakyushu Airport are predominantly VFR, with 89.6% of observations supporting visual flight rules. The prevailing northwest winds at 315° average 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Annual temperatures range widely from 1°C to 32°C, with an average of 15.6°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) extending 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind data indicates excellent runway alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions for the primary runway. The low elevation and coastal location suggest minimal terrain challenges for approaching and departing aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 experiences an average crosswind of 6.3 knots, which is generally manageable for most aircraft. November, January, and December represent the best months for VFR operations, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate consistent northwest wind patterns when planning arrivals and departures.

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
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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.