Toncontín International Airport

MHTG / TGU

Tegucigalpa, HN

Last Updated
Jun 17, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MHTG 171200Z 00000KT 9999 FEW030 20/18 Q1020 A3012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,294 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,294 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Toncontín International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
910 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,294 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,092 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,483 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MHTG 171030Z 1712/1812 VRB03KT 9999 SCT030 TX31/1720Z TN16/1812Z BECMG 1717/1719 12010KT SCT034TCU FEW036CB TEMPO 1720/1800 5000 TSSHRA BECMG 1801/1803 VRB02KT FEW010 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 120° 10 kt
20:00Z TEMPO
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HTG
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 6,112 ft 148 ft ASP 19°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
19° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MHTG

7,342 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.4%
MVFR
26.4%
IFR
2%
LIFR
0.2%

Toncontín International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 34°C with an average of 22.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 13.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.3%
N
41.5%
S
5.5%
W
2.5%
NE
13.1%
NW
9.8%
SE
4.5%
SW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.2°C
Range: 9°C to 34°C
9°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

February March June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,342 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Toncontín International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MHTG
IATA Code: TGU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,294 ft MSL

Location

City: Tegucigalpa
Country: HN
Latitude: 14.060900°
Longitude: -87.217201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,112 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Toncontín International Airport

Overview

Toncontín International Airport serves Tegucigalpa, Honduras as a medium-sized airport situated at 3294 feet mean sea level. The airport is positioned at coordinates 14.060900, -87.217201, supporting regional and domestic aviation operations. Its single runway (02/20) spans 6112 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 66.2% of recorded periods offering clear flying conditions and 30.6% of time presenting marginal VFR scenarios. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 6.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 40 knots and calm periods representing 13.9% of observations. Temperature remains stable, averaging 21.5°C with a range between 13°C and 32°C.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 3294 feet MSL suggests potential terrain interaction and density altitude considerations for aircraft performance. Its geographic location in central Honduras implies potential for complex local wind and terrain-influenced meteorological conditions. The runway alignment suggests potential terrain-related approach and departure challenges typical of mountainous Central American landscapes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates 100% favorable wind conditions with an average crosswind component of 3.7 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR flying conditions during December, October, and January. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, providing excellent visual reference for most operations.

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.