Los Cabos International Airport

MMSD / SJD

San José del Cabo, MX

Last Updated
Apr 23, 04:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
04:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMSD 230440Z 00000KT 10SM SKC 23/18 A2997 RMK CI

Weather Briefing

VFR

Los Cabos International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (374 ft)
Pressure Alt
322 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,372 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMSD 221710Z 2218/2318 16010KT P6SM SKC FM230200 00000KT P6SM SCT250 BECMG 2317/2318 16010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
17:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 160° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MSD
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 173°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
173° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMSD

5,192 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.8%
MVFR
1.1%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Los Cabos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 38°C with an average of 24.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, November, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 14.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.2%
NE
2.3%
E
4.9%
SE
20.8%
S
4.4%
SW
1.7%
W
21.7%
NW
18.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.1°C
Range: 10°C to 38°C
10°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March November February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,192 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Los Cabos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMSD
IATA Code: SJD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 374 ft MSL

Location

City: San José del Cabo
Country: MX
Latitude: 23.151919°
Longitude: -109.720731°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Los Cabos International Airport

Overview

Los Cabos International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway for the southern Baja California Peninsula, strategically located in San José del Cabo, Mexico. The airport handles significant international and domestic passenger traffic, connecting the tourist-rich region of Los Cabos with major destinations across North America and beyond.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 374 feet MSL provides relatively stable approach conditions with minimal terrain-induced turbulence. Located in a coastal desert region, pilots can expect generally clear skies and minimal precipitation, though seasonal wind variations can impact runway operations, particularly on the 16/34 orientation.

Notable Features

The single runway (16/34) extends 9,843 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff capability for wide-body and long-range aircraft. The airport's geographical position at 23.151919, -109.720731 places it in a unique coastal environment with potential for maritime weather influences and thermal dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34's extended length allows flexibility for diverse aircraft types, with approaches potentially influenced by coastal wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the airport's peninsular location, and prepare for potential wind shifts during approach and landing phases.

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.