Hiroshima Airport

RJOA / HIJ

Hiroshima, JP

Last Updated
Aug 11, 19:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
9 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJOA 111900Z AUTO 31009KT 270V340 9999 NSC 22/17 Q1003

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hiroshima Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 9 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 21:00Z and 00:00Z.

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 RJOA 111705Z 1118/1300 31006KT 9999 FEW020 BKN040 BECMG 1203/1205 15004KT TEMPO 1221/1300 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
03:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 150° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JOA
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
9,842 ft 200 ft ASP 90°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJOA

8,210 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.6%
MVFR
8.2%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
5%

Hiroshima Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, August, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
14%
N
10.9%
S
5.9%
W
18.6%
NE
11.2%
NW
23%
SE
9.9%
SW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.4°C
Range: -6°C to 35°C
-6°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.7%

Best Months for VFR

November August January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,210 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hiroshima Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJOA
IATA Code: HIJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,088 ft MSL

Location

City: Hiroshima
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.436100°
Longitude: 132.919006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,842 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hiroshima Airport

Overview

Hiroshima Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan, positioned at an elevation of 1,088 feet MSL. The airport supports regional and domestic aviation operations with its single runway 10/28, which measures 9,842 feet in length and is constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hiroshima Airport predominantly support Visual Flight Rules (VFR), with 82.4% of observations meeting VFR criteria. Wind patterns are consistently from the northwest at 315 degrees, averaging 6.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Winter months of November through January offer the most stable and predictable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning at 34.436100, 132.919006 places it in a region with moderate temperature variations, ranging from -5°C to 31°C. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of restricted visibility, though fog can occur in approximately 8.3% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a modest average crosswind of 3.2 knots. Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions that typically support straightforward approaches, with minimal need for complex wind correction techniques.

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.