General José María Yáñez International Airport

MMGM / GYM

Guaymas, MX

Last Updated
Jul 4, 01:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
01:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMGM 040140Z 00000KT 10SM SKC 32/24 A2982

Weather Briefing

VFR

General José María Yáñez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 10.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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. 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: Thunderstorm Rain, Haze, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMGM 040519Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SCT100 TEMPO 0406/0409 5SM TSRA BKN020CB BKN100 FM041000 00000KT 6SM HZ SCT020 SCT100 TEMPO 0412/0416 2SM BR BKN015 FM041800 22010KT P6SM SCT100 FM050300 00000KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM041800
+7h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MGM
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 7,710 ft 148 ft ASP 29°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
29° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMGM

3,694 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.8%
MVFR
1.6%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.2%

General José María Yáñez International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 96 knots. Calm conditions occur 74% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 9°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, July, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 96 kt
Calm Winds: 74%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.4%
N
2.7%
S
11.7%
W
4.3%
NE
0.5%
NW
0%
SE
0.3%
SW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 9°C to 41°C
9°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 9.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

June July April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,694 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General José María Yáñez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMGM
IATA Code: GYM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 59 ft MSL

Location

City: Guaymas
Country: MX
Latitude: 27.969000°
Longitude: -110.925003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 7,710 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General José María Yáñez International Airport

Overview

General José María Yáñez International Airport serves the coastal city of Guaymas in Sonora, Mexico. Located at 27.969000, -110.925003 with an elevation of 59 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport features a single asphalt runway (02/20) measuring 7,710 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 97.1% of observations reporting favorable visual flight rules. Winds typically originate from the south at 180° with an average speed of 9.6 knots, though maximum recorded gusts reach 96 knots. Temperature ranges from 9°C to 38°C, with an average of 26.5°C, suggesting potential thermal variations pilots should anticipate.

Notable Features

Situated in coastal Sonora, the airport's geographical position likely influences its meteorological characteristics. The extremely low occurrence of IFR (0.7%) and LIFR (0.1%) conditions indicates consistently good visibility, with an average of 9.9 statute miles. Calm wind conditions are prevalent, occurring in 71.1% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility. The average crosswind is modest at 4.1 knots, providing comfortable approach and landing parameters. December, January, and November represent the most stable VFR months for flight operations 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

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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.