Cancún International Airport

MMUN / CUN

Cancún, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 13:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
13:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
0 kt
7 SM
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMUN 141340Z 00000KT 7SM FEW015TCU OVC070 25/24 A2996 RMK 8/27/ CI BINOVC OCNL DROPS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 22 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (TCU)
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,522 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,022 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cancún International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet and 7 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (22 ft)
Pressure Alt
-31 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,174 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMUN 141135Z 1412/1512 30005KT P6SM SCT015 SCT070 TX31/1420Z TN23/1412Z FM141500 36010KT P6SM BKN015 OVC070 TEMPO 1420/1500 BKN015CB FM150300 03010KT P6SM BKN015 BECMG 1505/1506 SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM141500
+1h
MVFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
20:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MUN
12L
30R
12R
30L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12L/30R 9,186 ft 148 ft ASP 123°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
123° angle
12R/30L 11,483 ft 197 ft ASP 123°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
123° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMUN

5,799 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.2%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0%

Cancún International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 54 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.9% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 34°C with an average of 25°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 54 kt
Calm Winds: 33.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.9%
N
8.8%
S
5%
W
0.5%
NE
7.7%
NW
4.4%
SE
19.4%
SW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25°C
Range: 9°C to 34°C
9°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 6.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12L/30R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 12R/30L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,799 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cancún International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMUN
IATA Code: CUN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 22 ft MSL

Location

City: Cancún
Country: MX
Latitude: 21.039444°
Longitude: -86.874304°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12L/30R
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12R/30L
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cancún International Airport

Overview

Cancún International Airport serves as a critical transportation hub for the Yucatán Peninsula, handling significant international and domestic passenger traffic. Located at 21.039444, -86.874304 and situated at 22 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports large commercial aviation operations with its two substantial asphalt runways.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences tropical maritime climate conditions typical of the Caribbean region, characterized by warm temperatures and potential seasonal thunderstorm activity. Pilots should anticipate humidity and potential convective weather, particularly during summer months, which can impact visibility and approach conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with significant length: 12L/30R at 9,186 feet and 12R/30L at 11,483 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility for different aircraft types. Its coastal location near the Caribbean Sea presents potential wind variability and maritime meteorological influences that pilots must carefully evaluate during pre-flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation (12/30) suggests potential crosswind components from prevailing northeast trade winds, particularly during winter months. Pilots should carefully review current wind reports and be prepared for potential wind shear or turbulence conditions associated with the airport's tropical coastal environment.

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.