Xoxocotlán International Airport

MMOX / OAX

Oaxaca, MX

Last Updated
Jul 3, 22:49Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 54 min ago
22:49Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
15 kt
360° G25 kt
8 SM
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMOX 032249Z 36015G25KT 8SM BKN025CB BKN080 OVC210 19/15 A3018 RMK 60705 8/963 RAB55E45 OCNL DROPS WET RWY HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,989 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
OVC 21,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,489 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,989 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
21,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,989 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Xoxocotlán International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 21,000 feet and 8 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 15 knots with gusts to 25 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 19 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z 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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
856 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,989 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,727 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,404 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD MMOX 032324Z 0323/0418 36015G25KT P6SM BKN025CB BKN080 OVC220 TEMPO 0323/0402 5SM TSRA FM040600 00000KT P6SM SCT025 BKN220 BECMG 0415/0417 10005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:43Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
06:00Z FM040600
+7h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 22,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MOX
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
8,038 ft 148 ft ASP 15°
14.8 kt 2.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMOX

4,848 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.1%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Xoxocotlán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 306 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 306 kt
Calm Winds: 13.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.6%
N
20.1%
S
17.4%
W
5.9%
NE
11.7%
NW
6.7%
SE
8.3%
SW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.7°C
Range: 0°C to 35°C
0°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

July January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,848 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Xoxocotlán International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMOX
IATA Code: OAX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,989 ft MSL

Location

City: Oaxaca
Country: MX
Latitude: 17.000814°
Longitude: -96.721970°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 8,038 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Xoxocotlán International Airport

Overview

Xoxocotlán International Airport serves the city of Oaxaca in southern Mexico, located at an elevation of 4,989 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations with a single runway (01/19) measuring 8,038 feet in length. Its strategic location provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the Oaxaca region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 84.7% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 5.7 knots, with temperature ranges between 0°C and 31°C, averaging 20.6°C. Pilots can expect highly stable flying conditions, with minimal instances of reduced visibility and only 2% of observations reporting fog.

Notable Features

Situated at a significant elevation of 4,989 feet MSL, the airport presents moderate altitude considerations for aircraft performance. The geographic coordinates (17.000814, -96.721970) place the airport in a region with potentially complex terrain typical of southern Mexican topography. The asphalt runway (01/19) provides reliable surface conditions for most aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. January, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months for arrivals and departures. Pilots should anticipate reliable approach conditions with consistent visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles.

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.