Tokachi-Obihiro Airport

RJCB / OBO

Obihiro, JP

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 12 hours ago
11:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJCB 221100Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW050 SCT100 04/03 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 505 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,505 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,505 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 12.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 RJCB 221705Z 2218/2400 20005KT 9999 FEW030 BECMG 2223/2301 32008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JCB
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 8,202 ft 150 ft ASP 159° 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 - RJCB

2,992 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.4%
MVFR
7.4%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
6.6%

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
22.8%
NE
3.5%
E
3.2%
SE
12.2%
S
15.6%
SW
3.3%
W
7.1%
NW
29.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.8°C
Range: -22°C to 28°C
-22°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

February April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 2,992 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJCB
IATA Code: OBO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 505 ft MSL

Location

City: Obihiro
Country: JP
Latitude: 42.733299°
Longitude: 143.216995°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tokachi-Obihiro Airport

Overview

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport serves the Obihiro region in Hokkaido, Japan, functioning as a critical transportation hub for the area. Located at an elevation of 505 feet MSL, the airport provides essential connectivity for a primarily agricultural and rural district in northern Japan.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 77.8% of observations supporting clear flying. The airport experiences significant temperature variability, ranging from -22°C to 28°C, with an average temperature of 3.8°C. Wind conditions are characterized by northwest prevailing winds at an average of 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway (17/35) spans 8,202 feet and is asphalted, providing substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. Geographically positioned at coordinates 42.733299, 143.216995, the airport is situated in a region known for its open terrain and potential for quick weather changes typical of Hokkaido's climate.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are January, November, and September, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (2.7% of observations).

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.