Xoxocotlán International Airport

MMOX / OAX

Oaxaca, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
20:40Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
5 kt
180°
12 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMOX 042040Z 18005KT 12SM SCT040 27/06 A3006 RMK SLP092 57018 900 8/400

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,989 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,989 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
852 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,989 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,847 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,484 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMOX 041639Z 0418/0518 04005KT P6SM SKC FM042000 14010KT P6SM SCT025 FM050300 00000KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+6h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MOX
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
8,038 ft 148 ft ASP 15°
4.9 kt 0.9 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 - MMOX

2,795 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.7%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Xoxocotlán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 306 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 306 kt
Calm Winds: 12.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
24.3%
NE
13.7%
E
6.7%
SE
6.6%
S
14.2%
SW
8.3%
W
5.9%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.5°C
Range: 0°C to 32°C
0°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

March January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,795 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Xoxocotlán International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMOX
IATA Code: OAX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,989 ft MSL

Location

City: Oaxaca
Country: MX
Latitude: 17.000814°
Longitude: -96.721970°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,038 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Xoxocotlán International Airport

Overview

Xoxocotlán International Airport serves the city of Oaxaca in southern Mexico, located at an elevation of 4,989 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations with a single runway (01/19) measuring 8,038 feet in length. Its strategic location provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the Oaxaca region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 84.7% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 5.7 knots, with temperature ranges between 0°C and 31°C, averaging 20.6°C. Pilots can expect highly stable flying conditions, with minimal instances of reduced visibility and only 2% of observations reporting fog.

Notable Features

Situated at a significant elevation of 4,989 feet MSL, the airport presents moderate altitude considerations for aircraft performance. The geographic coordinates (17.000814, -96.721970) place the airport in a region with potentially complex terrain typical of southern Mexican topography. The asphalt runway (01/19) provides reliable surface conditions for most aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months for arrivals and departures. Pilots should anticipate reliable approach conditions with consistent visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles.

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

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.