Fukuoka Airport

RJFF / FUK

Fukuoka, JP

Last Updated
May 14, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
3 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJFF 142130Z 05003KT 020V080 9999 FEW010 17/15 Q1019 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 32 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,032 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Fukuoka Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (32 ft)
Pressure Alt
-141 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 107 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF RJFF 141705Z 1418/1600 16005KT 9999 FEW045 BECMG 1504/1506 05008KT BECMG 1509/1512 15006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 50° 8 kt
09:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 150° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JFF
16L
34R
16R ✈️
34L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16L/34R 9,186 ft 197 ft ASP 150°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
100° angle
✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 16R
8,202 ft 197 ft ASPH
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJFF

14,244 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.7%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
0.3%

Fukuoka Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, May, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.9%
NE
8.6%
E
5.3%
SE
22.6%
S
17.4%
SW
1.9%
W
9.1%
NW
20.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.8°C
Range: -2°C to 34°C
-2°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

November May January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16L/34R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 16R/34L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 14,244 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fukuoka Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJFF
IATA Code: FUK
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 32 ft MSL

Location

City: Fukuoka
Country: JP
Latitude: 33.585899°
Longitude: 130.451004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 16L/34R
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16R/34L
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Fukuoka Airport

Overview

Fukuoka Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for southern Japan, located in the Fukuoka metropolitan area on Kyushu island. The airport operates two parallel runways capable of handling large commercial aircraft, with a total elevation of 32 feet above mean sea level. Its strategic positioning supports both domestic and international aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly excellent visual flight conditions, with 94.3% of observations reporting VFR weather. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 34°C and an average of 15°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at an average of 7.8 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 23 knots and minimal occurrences of calm conditions.

Notable Features

Both runways (16L/34R and 16R/34L) demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind at 3.1 knots. The airport's low elevation and coastal location contribute to generally stable meteorological conditions. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and extremely rare instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

September, November, and January represent the most predictable and favorable months for VFR operations. The parallel runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways offering similar wind characteristics. Pilots should anticipate southeast winds and prepare for standard approach procedures aligned with the airport's consistent meteorological profile.

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.