Tapachula International Airport

MMTP / TAP

Tapachula, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
05:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMTP 040540Z 00000KT 7SM SCT080 24/23 A2989 RMK SLP141 52009 904 8/050 TWR HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 97 ft
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,097 ft AMSL
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (97 ft)
Pressure Alt
135 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,238 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMTP 040454Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SCT080 FM041900 25010KT P6SM SCT080 FM050300 00000KT P6SM BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z FM041900
+9h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTP
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 55°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
55° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMTP

4,397 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.8%
MVFR
5%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Tapachula International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 97 knots. Calm conditions occur 68% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 37°C with an average of 26.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 97 kt
Calm Winds: 68%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.9%
NE
3.9%
E
3.1%
SE
0.6%
S
3.1%
SW
12.8%
W
6.6%
NW
0.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.1°C
Range: 16°C to 37°C
16°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 7.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

March January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,397 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tapachula International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMTP
IATA Code: TAP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 97 ft MSL

Location

City: Tapachula
Country: MX
Latitude: 14.794549°
Longitude: -92.369871°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Tapachula International Airport

Overview

Tapachula International Airport serves the southernmost region of Chiapas, Mexico, located near the Guatemalan border. Situated at 97 feet MSL, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this coastal tropical area. The medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations with a single runway capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences consistently excellent visual flying conditions, with 94.1% of observations reporting VFR weather. Temperatures range from 17°C to 37°C, averaging 26.2°C, which creates stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year. Wind patterns are predominantly from the southwest at 225°, with an average speed of 6.4 knots and calm conditions present 68.2% of the time.

Notable Features

Positioned in a coastal tropical region near the Pacific Ocean and Guatemalan border, Tapachula's airport is surrounded by relatively flat terrain. The single runway (05/23) is 6,562 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions with minimal turbulence due to the low average wind speeds.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.1 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 7.4 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 0.2% below 3SM and 0.2% fog occurrence).

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.