Oita Airport

RJFO / OIT

Oita, JP

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
1 kt
350°
8 km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJFO 221500Z AUTO 35001KT 8000 -RA BKN026 BKN029 OVC034 14/13 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
OVC 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,619 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,919 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,419 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Oita Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,400 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

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.

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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 14:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Mist between 16:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 23:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 RJFO 221105Z 2212/2318 30004KT 8000 -SHRA FEW005 SCT007 BKN015 BECMG 2214/2216 04012KT TEMPO 2214/2216 4000 SHRA BR TEMPO 2216/2223 4000 SHRA BR BKN005 BKN050 TEMPO 2223/2306 BKN005 BKN008 BECMG 2309/2312 31008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 4 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
16:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Showers Rain, Mist
23:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Ceiling: 500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JFO
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
9,840 ft 150 ft ASP
0.9 kt 0.3 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJFO

5,277 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91%
MVFR
6.5%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
0.4%

Oita Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.1%
NE
11.4%
E
6%
SE
4%
S
4.3%
SW
9.2%
W
31.5%
NW
23.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.2°C
Range: -2°C to 30°C
-2°C 30°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,277 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Oita Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJFO
IATA Code: OIT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Oita
Country: JP
Latitude: 33.479401°
Longitude: 131.737000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 9,840 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Oita Airport

Overview

Oita Airport serves the Oita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan, functioning as a critical medium-sized regional transportation hub. Located at an elevation of 19 feet MSL, the airport supports commercial and general aviation operations with its single runway 01/19 measuring 9,840 feet in length and constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly excellent visual flying conditions, with 92.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. Winds predominantly blow from the west at an average of 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature ranges from -2°C to 30°C, providing relatively stable operating conditions throughout the year, with November, December, and January offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 33.479401, 131.737000, Oita Airport is positioned in a coastal region of Kyushu with potential maritime meteorological influences. The airport's runway orientation (01/19) is highly favorable, with wind conditions supporting operations 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 5 knots, which facilitates comfortable approach and landing scenarios.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19's extensive 9,840-foot length provides substantial runway availability for various aircraft types. Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions from the west, which generally align favorably with the runway heading. The statistically low occurrence of instrument meteorological conditions (IFR/LIFR at only 1.3%) suggests predictable approach environments with high visibility averages around 10 statute miles.

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.