Okayama Momotaro Airport

RJOB / OKJ

Okayama, JP

Last Updated
Jun 15, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
4 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJOB 150900Z 16004KT 9999 FEW025 SCT080 24/14 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 806 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,306 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,806 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Okayama Momotaro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 RJOB 150505Z 1506/1612 14004KT 9999 FEW020 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JOB
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
9,843 ft 150 ft ASP 59°
0.0 kt 4.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJOB

4,180 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.5%
MVFR
7.5%
IFR
6.1%
LIFR
2.9%

Okayama Momotaro Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
15.3%
N
16.1%
S
5.5%
W
22.5%
NE
10.1%
NW
9.5%
SE
8.2%
SW
11%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.4°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.8%

Best Months for VFR

January November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,180 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Okayama Momotaro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJOB
IATA Code: OKJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 806 ft MSL

Location

City: Okayama
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.756901°
Longitude: 133.854996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Okayama Momotaro Airport

Overview

Okayama Momotaro Airport serves the Okayama Prefecture region in western Japan, positioned at an elevation of 806 ft MSL. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the surrounding metropolitan area, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations. Its single runway (07/25) extends 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Okayama Momotaro are predominantly VFR, with 83.1% of observations showing favorable visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently westerly at 270 degrees, averaging 5.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Winter months (November through January) offer the most stable and predictable flying conditions, with minimal meteorological disruptions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location near the Seto Inland Sea suggests potential for marine-influenced weather patterns. Elevation at 806 ft MSL indicates modest terrain complexity, which should not pose significant navigation challenges for instrument-rated pilots. Temperature variations range from -5°C to 33°C, requiring standard seasonal aircraft performance considerations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3 knots. Fog can be encountered in approximately 16.8% of observations, necessitating instrument approach preparedness. Pilots should anticipate excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 10 statute miles across recorded 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.