Osaka International Airport

RJOO / ITM

Osaka, JP

Last Updated
May 14, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RJOO 142100Z AUTO 31006KT 9999 BKN025 16/12 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 50 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,550 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Osaka International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 6 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 RJOO 141705Z 1418/1600 33006KT 9999 FEW030 BECMG 1421/1423 21006KT BECMG 1509/1512 32006KT BECMG 1521/1600 13006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z BECMG
+11h
VFR 320° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
JOO
14L
32R ✈️
14R
32L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14L/32R
Active: 32R
5,997 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
✈️ 14R/32L
Active: 32L
9,840 ft 200 ft CON 135°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - RJOO

7,878 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.9%
MVFR
4.6%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.2%

Osaka International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.2%
NE
7.6%
E
9.7%
SE
1.6%
S
2.7%
SW
7.5%
W
13.5%
NW
38.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 13°C
Range: -4°C to 35°C
-4°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,878 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Osaka International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RJOO
IATA Code: ITM
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Osaka
Country: JP
Latitude: 34.785500°
Longitude: 135.438004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 5,997 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 9,840 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Osaka International Airport

Overview

Osaka International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in the Osaka metropolitan region of Japan. Located at coordinates 34.785500, 135.438004, the airport operates at an elevation of 50 feet mean sea level (MSL) and provides essential air transportation infrastructure for the Kansai area. The airport accommodates large commercial aviation operations with two substantial runways.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location near Osaka suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions that pilots should monitor closely. Its low elevation at 50 ft MSL indicates minimal terrain interference, which can contribute to relatively stable approach and departure environments. Seasonal wind patterns may significantly influence runway selection and approach strategies.

Notable Features

Osaka International Airport features two distinct runways: a 5,997-foot asphalt runway (14L/32R) and a longer 9,840-foot concrete runway (14R/32L). The substantial difference in runway lengths provides operational flexibility for various aircraft types and potential load configurations. The airport's geographic positioning allows for strategic air traffic management in the dense Osaka metropolitan region.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (14/32) suggests the primary approach and departure axes are aligned approximately northwest to southeast. The longer concrete runway (14R/32L) at 9,840 feet provides substantial landing and takeoff capabilities for larger commercial aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the runway alignment and regional meteorological characteristics.

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.