Noto Satoyama Airport

RJNW / NTQ

Wajima, JP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJNW 041000Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW025 02/M00 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 718 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,218 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JNW
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 66° 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 - RJNW

1,906 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.5%
MVFR
17.2%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
5.4%

Noto Satoyama Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 2.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.1%
NE
15.7%
E
10%
SE
3.1%
S
4.9%
SW
22.8%
W
25.2%
NW
8.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.4°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,906 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Noto Satoyama Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJNW
IATA Code: NTQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 718 ft MSL

Location

City: Wajima
Country: JP
Latitude: 37.293098°
Longitude: 136.962006°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Noto Satoyama Airport

Overview

Noto Satoyama Airport serves the Wajima region in Japan, located at an elevation of 718 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single 6,562-foot asphalted runway (07/25), it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Noto Peninsula area. The airport's geographical coordinates (37.293098, 136.962006) position it in a coastal environment typical of regional Japanese airports.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Noto Satoyama Airport demonstrate substantial visual flight rule (VFR) opportunities, with 74.9% of observations supporting VFR operations. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 6.3 knots create generally stable conditions, though pilots should anticipate occasional wind shifts. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 29°C suggest significant seasonal variation, with most predictable flying conditions occurring in autumn months (September, October, November).

Notable Features

The airport's runway 07/25 exhibits excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.6 knots. Geographical proximity to the Sea of Japan likely influences local meteorological patterns, potentially creating localized wind and visibility variations. Low fog occurrence (1% of observations) and consistently high visibility (average 10 statute miles) contribute to reliable operational conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 presents a straightforward approach environment with predictable wind characteristics. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds, which generally favor approaches from the 07 and 25 headings. The airport's elevation and coastal location suggest potential for rapid weather changes, so thorough preflight weather briefing remains critical for safe operations.

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.