Aomori Airport

RJSA / AOJ

Aomori, JP

Last Updated
Apr 22, 16:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 43 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJSA 221600Z AUTO 21004KT 190V250 9999 NCD 05/03 Q1010

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°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 RJSA 221105Z 2212/2318 22010KT 9999 FEW030 BECMG 2303/2306 32008KT BECMG 2306/2309 35006KT BECMG 2309/2312 18004KT BECMG 2315/2318 04006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 320° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JSA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
9,846 ft 200 ft ASP 52°
3.5 kt 2.0 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 - RJSA

6,198 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.9%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
10%
LIFR
16.3%

Aomori Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
4.6%
E
2.9%
SE
1.3%
S
14.6%
SW
43%
W
28.2%
NW
1.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.8°C
Range: -12°C to 28°C
-12°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,198 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aomori Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJSA
IATA Code: AOJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 664 ft MSL

Location

City: Aomori
Country: JP
Latitude: 40.734699°
Longitude: 140.690994°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,846 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aomori Airport

Overview

Aomori Airport serves the Aomori Prefecture in northern Japan, positioned at an elevation of 664 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Tohoku region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations. Its strategic location near the northern tip of Honshu Island makes it an important regional aviation hub.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Aomori Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 58.6% of observed conditions. Pilots should anticipate MVFR (14%), IFR (10.8%), and Low IFR (16.6%) conditions throughout the year. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 28°C, with an average of 5.1°C, suggesting potential for challenging winter operations and significant seasonal temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) extending 9,846 feet with an asphalt surface. Prevailing winds consistently blow from the southwest at 225°, with an average speed of 9.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal fog occurrence (2% of observations) and no significant low-visibility events.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.5 knots. September, October, and November present the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential winter challenges and leverage the runway's substantial length for safe operations across diverse weather scenarios.

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.