When is the Hermosillo to Houston route most turbulent?

Check the monthly chart for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical routes peak during monsoon season.

HMO to IAH Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Hermosillo to Houston flight turbulent?

The HMO–IAH route typically experiences light turbulence.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on HMO to IAH?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320 · Boeing 737, that's rows 10–20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from HMO to IAH?

The HMO to IAH flight takes approximately 2h 30m, covering 946 miles at 35,000 feet.

Is the Hermosillo to Houston flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Hermosillo · Houston · 2h 30m

33.2

Turb Score

2h 30m

Duration

822 nm

Distance

35,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for HMO–IAH

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About the HMO–IAH route

The Hermosillo to Houston route is one of the most popular leisure routes in North America, covering 946 miles over warm Caribbean waters. Turbulence is generally light — the main exception is tropical convective activity (thunderstorm-related turbulence) during hurricane season (June–November). Pilots typically route around storm cells when possible.

The route is served by LATAM, Avianca, Copa Airlines on Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 946 miles (822 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Mostly smooth. Hurricane season (Jun–Nov) can bring convective turbulence.

Hermosillo to Houston Flight Time

How long is the flight from HMO to IAH?

2h 30m

Flight Time

946 mi

Distance

35,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Airbus A320

Aircraft

The Hermosillo (HMO) to Houston (IAH) flight takes approximately 2h 30m, covering 946 miles (822 nautical miles) at 35,000 feet. The route is operated by LATAM, Avianca, Copa Airlines. Actual flight time may vary by 10–20 minutes depending on wind conditions and routing.

Turbulence levels on HMO–IAH

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Turbulence by month

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Light

Moderate

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Best seat on HMO–IAH

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–9

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 10–20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Some light chop over the islands — seatbelt sign came on for maybe 20 minutes but nothing to worry about. Typical for this route in January.

Regular traveler · January

Flew Hermosillo–Houston in May, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.

Business traveler · May

The 2h 30m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.

Leisure traveler · May

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Hermosillo to Houston flight turbulent?

The HMO–IAH route typically experiences light turbulence. The turbulence score for this route is 33.2/100.

When is turbulence worst on HMO to IAH?

Mostly smooth. Hurricane season (Jun–Nov) can bring convective turbulence. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on HMO to IAH?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 10–20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from HMO to IAH?

The HMO to IAH flight takes approximately 2h 30m, covering 946 miles (822 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly HMO to IAH?

The main airlines operating this route are LATAM, Avianca, Copa Airlines, flying Airbus A320 · Boeing 737 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data