Loreto International Airport

MMLT / LTO

Loreto, MX

Last Updated
Apr 22, 01:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
01:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
8 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMLT 220140Z 14008KT 10SM SKC 26/20 A2995

Weather Briefing

VFR

Loreto International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 6.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 8 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMLT 220521Z 2206/2306 24005KT P6SM SKC FM221200 00000KT P6SM SCT220 FM222000 06010KT P6SM BKN220 FM230200 27005KT P6SM SCT220
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z FM221200
+4h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM222000
+12h
VFR 60° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 22,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MLT
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 173°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMLT

2,950 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.5%
MVFR
1.4%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Loreto International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 10.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.2% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 37°C with an average of 25.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 33.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.5%
NE
13.5%
E
9.5%
SE
5.1%
S
5.8%
SW
1.7%
W
6.8%
NW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.6°C
Range: 10°C to 37°C
10°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

February January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 2,950 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Loreto International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMLT
IATA Code: LTO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 34 ft MSL

Location

City: Loreto
Country: MX
Latitude: 25.989201°
Longitude: -111.348000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Loreto International Airport

Overview

Loreto International Airport serves the municipality of Loreto in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Located at an elevation of 34 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation access to the coastal region. Its single runway (16/34) extends 7,218 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various aircraft operations in this southeastern Baja California peninsula location.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Loreto are predominantly VFR, with 99% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. Temperatures range from 15°C to 37°C, with an average of 26.3°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions. Wind patterns are consistent, with northerly winds (0°) averaging 10 knots and occasional gusts up to 25 knots, with calm conditions present 32.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning near the coast influences its meteorological characteristics. With extremely low occurrence of reduced visibility (only 0.1% of observations below 3SM), pilots can expect generally clear approach and departure conditions. The surrounding terrain is typical of the Baja California peninsula, with minimal obstruction potential for standard flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 6.4 knots. December, January, and November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions. Pilots should anticipate predictable wind patterns and excellent visibility when operating at this airport.

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.