Mashhad International Airport

OIMM / MHD

Mashhad, IR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
12 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
344 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OIMM 100900Z 09012KT 9999 FEW040 31/08 Q1017 A3006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,263 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,263 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mashhad International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 12 knots. Runway 13L/31R is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating very dry 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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Sand. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Sand between 09:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
344 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
235 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,263 ft)
Pressure Alt
23,341 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 26,044 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OIMM 100530Z 1006/1112 12008KT 8000 NSC TEMPO 1009/1021 05018G28KT 5000 SA FEW035TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IMM
13L ✈️
31R
13R ✈️
31L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13L/31R
Active: 13L
12,503 ft 148 ft ASP 133°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 13R
12,877 ft 148 ft ASP 133°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OIMM

9,298 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.3%
MVFR
16.7%
IFR
4.7%
LIFR
1.3%

Mashhad International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 64 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 64 kt
Calm Winds: 10.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.2%
N
6.1%
S
25.8%
W
4.2%
NE
5.7%
NW
7.9%
SE
16.6%
SW
7.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.7°C
Range: -7°C to 41°C
-7°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

June April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13L/31R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,298 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mashhad International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OIMM
IATA Code: MHD
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,263 ft MSL

Location

City: Mashhad
Country: IR
Latitude: 36.235199°
Longitude: 59.640999°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 13L/31R
Length: 12,503 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 12,877 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Mashhad International Airport

Overview

Mashhad International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in northeastern Iran, located in the city of Mashhad at an elevation of 3,263 feet mean sea level. The airport features two substantial parallel asphalt runways capable of handling large aircraft operations, with runway lengths of 12,503 feet (13L/31R) and 12,877 feet (13R/31L).

Flying Conditions

The high elevation at 3,263 feet MSL and geographical location will impact aircraft performance, particularly during temperature variations. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude effects that could influence takeoff and landing distances, especially during warmer seasonal periods.

Notable Features

Mashhad International Airport's dual parallel runways provide operational flexibility for aircraft movements and accommodate different wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths support wide-body and long-haul aircraft operations, with both runways constructed of asphalt surface material.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation of 13/31 suggests prevailing wind considerations for approach and departure planning. The extended runway lengths of over 12,500 feet provide significant operational margins for various aircraft types, allowing for diverse approach and landing scenarios.

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.