Tokachi-Obihiro Airport

RJCB / OBO

Obihiro, JP

Last Updated
Jul 5, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJCB 050200Z VRB03KT 9999 FEW005 SCT015 BKN020 18/14 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 505 ft
FEW 500 ft AGL
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,005 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,005 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,505 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 12:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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 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 RJCB 042305Z 0500/0606 15012KT 9999 FEW001 BKN005 BECMG 0500/0502 FEW008 BKN015 TEMPO 0510/0512 FEW003 BKN008 TEMPO 0512/0600 1500 BR FEW001 BKN003 TEMPO 0600/0603 FEW003 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:31Z BASE
+0h
IFR 150° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 500 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Ceiling: 800 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+10h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JCB
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 8,202 ft 150 ft ASP 159° 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 - RJCB

3,923 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.4%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
5.9%

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
4.7%
N
19.5%
S
18.1%
W
6.1%
NE
4%
NW
25%
SE
16.8%
SW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.9°C
Range: -22°C to 31°C
-22°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

April February November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,923 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJCB
IATA Code: OBO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 505 ft MSL

Location

City: Obihiro
Country: JP
Latitude: 42.733299°
Longitude: 143.216995°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tokachi-Obihiro Airport

Overview

Tokachi-Obihiro Airport serves the Obihiro region in Hokkaido, Japan, functioning as a critical transportation hub for the area. Located at an elevation of 505 feet MSL, the airport provides essential connectivity for a primarily agricultural and rural district in northern Japan.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 77.8% of observations supporting clear flying. The airport experiences significant temperature variability, ranging from -22°C to 28°C, with an average temperature of 3.8°C. Wind conditions are characterized by northwest prevailing winds at an average of 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway (17/35) spans 8,202 feet and is asphalted, providing substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. Geographically positioned at coordinates 42.733299, 143.216995, the airport is situated in a region known for its open terrain and potential for quick weather changes typical of Hokkaido's climate.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 3.1 knots. Pilots should note the best VFR months are January, November, and September, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrence (2.7% of 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.