Puerto Escondido International Airport

MMPS / PXM

Puerto Escondido, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
02:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPS 040245Z 22002KT 10SM SCT200 27/24 A2994 RMK SLP143 57022 90 8/003 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 294 ft
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,294 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (294 ft)
Pressure Alt
272 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,783 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPS 040456Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SCT200 FM041200 34005KT P6SM SKC FM041800 22010KT P6SM SKC FM050300 34005KT P6SM SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z FM041200
+6h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM041800
+12h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPS
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 92°
1.3 kt 1.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPS

2,626 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.3%
MVFR
2.4%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Puerto Escondido International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.7% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.4°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 10.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
11.8%
E
20.2%
SE
5%
S
21.5%
SW
16.5%
W
8.9%
NW
1.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.4°C
Range: 19°C to 34°C
19°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 11.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,626 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Puerto Escondido International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPS
IATA Code: PXM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 294 ft MSL

Location

City: Puerto Escondido
Country: MX
Latitude: 15.876808°
Longitude: -97.089100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Puerto Escondido International Airport

Overview

Puerto Escondido International Airport serves the coastal region of Oaxaca, Mexico, providing air transportation access to this popular tourist destination. Located at an elevation of 294 feet MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its single 7,546-foot asphalted runway. The airport's geographic coordinates of 15.876808, -97.089100 position it in a strategic location for regional and tourist aviation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at MMPS are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 97.2% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences consistent southerly winds averaging 5.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 18 knots. Temperature ranges between 19°C and 33°C, with an average of 27.5°C, providing stable thermal conditions for most of the year. November through January offer the most consistent and predictable flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) is oriented to capitalize on the prevailing southerly wind patterns, with 100% wind favorability. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging only 3.2 knots across the runway. The coastal location suggests potential for marine layer influences, though historical data indicates extremely low occurrences of reduced visibility or fog.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect highly predictable approach conditions, with excellent visibility averaging 11.1 statute miles. The runway's orientation and consistent wind patterns make 09/27 suitable for most wind conditions. Only 0.4% of observations show visibility below 3 statute miles, indicating reliable visual approach opportunities throughout the year.

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.