Toncontín International Airport

MHTG / TGU

Tegucigalpa, HN

Last Updated
Jun 9, 22:24Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
22:24Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
80°
8 km
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI MHTG 092224Z 08005KT 8000 -TSRA FEW006 BKN034 FEW036CB 22/19 Q1016 A3000 NOSIG RMK CB NE,E,SE,S TS E,SE

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,294 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
FEW 3,600 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,894 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,694 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,894 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Toncontín International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,400 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 5 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. 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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
906 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,294 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,212 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,843 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MHTG 091700Z 0918/1018 17010KT 9999 SCT032TCU TX29/0921Z TN18/1012Z TEMPO 0920/1002 4000 TSSHRA SCT034TCU FEW036CB BECMG 1002/1004 VRB03KT 7000 RA SCT030 BKN080 BECMG 1006/1008 8000 FEW010 SCT026 BKN070 BECMG 1014/1016 9999 NSW BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Rain
06:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft

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
Active: 02
6,112 ft 148 ft ASP 19°
2.5 kt 4.3 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 - MHTG

7,114 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.3%
MVFR
26.4%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
0.2%

Toncontín International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.1% 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 June, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 13.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.2%
N
42.4%
S
5.1%
W
2.4%
NE
13.2%
NW
10%
SE
4.4%
SW
3.1%

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

June February March

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 7,114 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.