Puerto Escondido International Airport

MMPS / PXM

Puerto Escondido, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 22:46Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
22:46Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 27°C
6 kt
210°
10 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPS 142246Z 21006KT 10SM BKN200 32/27 A2987 RMK 8/002 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 294 ft
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,294 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Puerto Escondido International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (294 ft)
Pressure Alt
332 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,443 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF MMPS 141651Z 1418/1518 22012KT P6SM SKC TEMPO 1420/1424 SCT015 FM150300 06010KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM150300
+4h
VFR 60° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

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°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPS

3,730 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.9%
MVFR
1.8%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Puerto Escondido International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.5% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.9°C (range: 19°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are November, December, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 10.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.1%
NE
10.2%
E
18%
SE
4.8%
S
20.9%
SW
18.3%
W
12.1%
NW
2.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.9°C
Range: 19°C to 34°C
19°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 11.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November December April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,730 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.