Bahías de Huatulco International Airport

MMBT / HUX

Huatulco, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
02:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMBT 040240Z 00000KT 8SM FEW030 28/18 A2988 RMK SLP119 52020 9// 8/400

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 464 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,464 ft AMSL
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (464 ft)
Pressure Alt
502 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,173 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMBT 040456Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SKC FM041500 17005KT P6SM SKC FM041800 18010KT P6SM SCT030 TEMPO 0422/0502 BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM041500
+5h
VFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM041800
+8h
VFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z TEMPO
+12h
VFR
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MBT
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 8,858 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
79° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMBT

2,169 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.6%
MVFR
5.1%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Bahías de Huatulco International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 40.3% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 29.2°C (range: 21°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 40.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.1%
NE
0.6%
E
9.1%
SE
4.3%
S
25.8%
SW
6.2%
W
11%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.2°C
Range: 21°C to 35°C
21°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 2,169 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bahías de Huatulco International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMBT
IATA Code: HUX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 464 ft MSL

Location

City: Huatulco
Country: MX
Latitude: 15.774909°
Longitude: -96.260319°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bahías de Huatulco International Airport

Overview

Bahías de Huatulco International Airport serves the coastal region of Oaxaca, Mexico, providing essential air transportation to the popular tourist destination of Huatulco. Located at 464 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its single runway 07/25 measuring 8,858 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 93.5% of the time, with minimal MVFR and rare IFR occurrences. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 7.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 15 knots. Temperature ranges from 22°C to 35°C, with an average of 29.3°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

Situated near the Pacific coast at coordinates 15.774909, -96.260319, the airport is positioned in a coastal terrain environment. The prevailing calm wind conditions occur 40.3% of the time, which suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions for most operations. The asphalt runway provides consistent surface conditions throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.5 knots. November through January represent the best VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 7.9 statute miles, with less than 0.4% of observations showing reduced visibility.

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.