JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield

RJCA

Asahikawa, JP

Last Updated
Mar 23, 02:27Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 1279 hours ago
02:27Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
343 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI RJCA 230227Z VRB02KT 9999 -SHRA FEW030 BKN035 BKN040 04/M00 Q1012 RMK 1CU030 5CU035 6CU040 A2990

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 377 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,377 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,877 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,377 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1278.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

QNH
343 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
330 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (377 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,485 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 19,255 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: -10.2°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JCA
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 2,624 ft 164 ft GRS 73° 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 - RJCA

314 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37.9%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
25.5%
LIFR
15%

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 40.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.5%
NE
7.9%
E
2.5%
SE
2.1%
S
10%
SW
6.7%
W
52.1%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 0.1°C
Range: -15°C to 27°C
-15°C 27°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 314 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJCA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 377 ft MSL

Location

City: Asahikawa
Country: JP
Latitude: 43.794734°
Longitude: 142.365432°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,624 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield

JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield (RJCA) is located in Asahikawa, JP at an elevation of 377 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 2,624 feet.

Weather Profile

RJCA is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 37.9% of the time across 314 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 40.5% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at RJCA come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 8 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, March, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -15°C (5°F) to 27°C (81°F), averaging 0.1°C (32°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.9 to 30.08 inHg (335-1019 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 314 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.