Querétaro Intercontinental Airport

MMQT / QRO

Querétaro, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 14:44Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
14:44Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
110°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMQT 141444Z 11003KT 10SM SKC 19/12 A3035

Weather Briefing

VFR

Querétaro Intercontinental Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Mist, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

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 MMQT 140448Z 1406/1506 00000KT P6SM SKC FM141000 08005KT 3SM BR BKN010 TEMPO 1411/1415 1SM BR BKN006 FM141500 08005KT 5SM HZ SKC FM141800 10010KT P6SM SCT020 FM142100 08006KT P6SM SKC FM150200 06005KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM141800
+3h
VFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM142100
+6h
VFR 80° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM150200
+11h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MQT
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
11,483 ft 148 ft CON 100°
2.8 kt 1.0 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 - MMQT

5,769 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.6%
MVFR
23.3%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Querétaro Intercontinental Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 160 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 160 kt
Calm Winds: 25.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
31.9%
N
3.5%
S
2.3%
W
8%
NE
12.2%
NW
5.2%
SE
9.4%
SW
2.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.6°C
Range: 1°C to 34°C
1°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 7.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

February March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,769 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Querétaro Intercontinental Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMQT
IATA Code: QRO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,296 ft MSL

Location

City: Querétaro
Country: MX
Latitude: 20.617300°
Longitude: -100.185997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Querétaro Intercontinental Airport

Overview

Querétaro Intercontinental Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in central Mexico at an elevation of 6,296 feet mean sea level. Positioned near the city of Querétaro, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and intercontinental operations. Its strategic location and substantial runway length of 11,483 feet support diverse aircraft types and operational requirements.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 68.4% of observations showing clear weather and an additional 28.2% in marginal VFR status. Wind patterns are consistently easterly, averaging 8.6 knots with a prevailing direction of 90 degrees. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 28°C, with an average of 15.7°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

Situated at a high elevation of 6,296 feet MSL, Querétaro's airport presents typical high-altitude performance considerations for aircraft. The concrete runway 09/27 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a modest average crosswind of 3.6 knots. Pilots should anticipate terrain-influenced wind dynamics typical of Mexico's central plateau region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 provides the primary approach avenue, benefiting from consistent easterly wind conditions. The extended runway length of 11,483 feet accommodates a wide range of aircraft performance envelopes. January, November, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months, offering optimal approach and departure conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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.