Cabo San Lucas International Airport

MMSL

Cabo San Lucas, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
18:50Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
6 kt
160°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMSL 141850Z 16006KT 9SM SCT250 36/03 A2994 RMK 8/008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 459 ft
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,459 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cabo San Lucas International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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 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.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (459 ft)
Pressure Alt
437 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,067 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMSL 141703Z 1418/1518 28012KT P6SM BKN250 FM150300 20010KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
03:00Z FM150300
+8h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MSL
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
6,998 ft 148 ft ASP 119°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMSL

3,370 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.3%
MVFR
1.6%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Cabo San Lucas International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 35°C with an average of 26.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 8.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.6%
N
4.2%
S
13.1%
W
19.1%
NE
2.2%
NW
20.4%
SE
12.7%
SW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 14°C to 35°C
14°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.1%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

January February April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,370 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cabo San Lucas International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMSL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 459 ft MSL

Location

City: Cabo San Lucas
Country: MX
Latitude: 22.948211°
Longitude: -109.938155°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,998 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cabo San Lucas International Airport

Overview

Cabo San Lucas International Airport serves the southern Baja California region, situated at an elevation of 459 feet MSL near the tip of the Baja California peninsula. The airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for this tourist and maritime destination, handling medium-level aviation traffic in a coastal environment.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly excellent visual flight conditions, with VFR conditions present 97.1% of the time. Wind patterns are remarkably consistent, with prevailing northwest winds at an average of 7 knots and maximum gusts of 24 knots. Temperatures range from 14°C to 35°C, with an average of 26.9°C, creating generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 11/29 is 6,998 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take advantage of the predictable northwest wind pattern. The local geography includes coastal terrain, with the airport situated near the convergence of the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of California, which can create localized wind variations despite generally stable conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions, particularly during January, November, and December, with consistent visibility averaging 9.5 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility.

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.