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VFRYamaguchi Ube Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (80°) at 15 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
|
8,200 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 62° |
↑ 14.8 kt
•
↔ 2.6 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - RJDC
5,258 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Yamaguchi Ube Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, December.
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Statistics computed from 5,258 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Yamaguchi Ube Airport - Airport Information
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About Yamaguchi Ube Airport
Overview
Yamaguchi Ube Airport serves the Ube region in Japan, positioned at 33.930000, 131.279007 with an elevation of 23 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local transportation network in the southwestern part of Honshu Island.
Flying Conditions
The airport exhibits exceptional VFR conditions, with 91.8% of observed weather periods supporting visual flight rules. Temperatures range widely from -1°C to 33°C, averaging 14.9°C, which provides relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year. November, December, and January represent the most consistent VFR months with optimal weather patterns.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (07/25) extending 8,200 feet with an asphalt surface. Winds predominantly originate from the north (0°), with an average speed of 7.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 23 knots. Only 0.5% of observations indicate calm wind conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 07/25 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% of wind conditions supporting relatively low crosswind challenges averaging 4 knots. Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions with excellent visibility, averaging 10 statute miles and experiencing no significant fog or reduced visibility events.
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