When is the Houston to Monterrey route most turbulent?

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

What aircraft operates the HOU to MTY route?

The HOU–MTY route is typically operated by Boeing 737 · Airbus A319 · Embraer E175. Airlines include Southwest Airlines, American Airlines.

Is turbulence on HOU to MTY dangerous?

No — turbulence on the HOU–MTY route is not dangerous to the aircraft. Modern commercial aircraft are built to withstand far more stress than any turbulence encountered. The main risk is to unbelted passengers. Always keep your seatbelt fastened when seated.

How can I check turbulence before my HOU to MTY flight?

Use the Turbulence Forecast app (iOS & Android) for real-time PIREPs, SIGMET alerts, and AI-powered forecasts for the HOU–MTY route. The app shows minute-by-minute turbulence timing for your specific flight date.

HOU to MTY Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Houston to Monterrey flight turbulent?

The HOU–MTY route typically experiences smooth turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on HOU to MTY?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 737 · Airbus A319 · Embraer E175, that's rows 12–20. Avoid the rear of the aircraft where turbulence is felt most.

Q: How long is the flight from HOU to MTY?

The HOU to MTY flight takes approximately 1h 35m, covering 398 miles (346 nautical miles) at a cruising altitude of 32,000 feet.

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

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Houston · Monterrey · 1h 35m

Turb Score

1h 35m

Duration

346 nm

Distance

32,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Smooth

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for HOU–MTY

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About the HOU–MTY route

The Houston to Monterrey route is one of the most popular leisure routes in North America, covering 398 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 Southwest Airlines, American Airlines on Boeing 737 · Airbus A319 · Embraer E175 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 32,000 feet over a distance of 398 miles (346 nautical miles).

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

Houston to Monterrey Flight Time

How long is the flight from HOU to MTY?

1h 35m

Flight Time

398 mi

Distance

32,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Boeing 737

Aircraft

The Houston (HOU) to Monterrey (MTY) flight takes approximately 1h 35m, covering 398 miles (346 nautical miles) at 32,000 feet. The route is operated by Southwest Airlines, American Airlines. Actual flight time may vary by 10–20 minutes depending on wind conditions and routing.

Turbulence levels on HOU–MTY

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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Best time to fly HOU–MTY

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on HOU–MTY

Boeing 737

Front

Rows 1–11

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 12–20

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 21+

Rougher

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

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Passenger Reports

Totally smooth June flight. The seatbelt sign came on once briefly over the islands but nothing actually happened. Great trip.

Leisure traveler · June

Did Houston to Monterrey last January and it was genuinely one of the smoothest long-haul flights I've had. Barely any movement the whole way.

Frequent flyer · January

Fly this route pretty regularly for work. Most of the time it's smooth — January was completely fine, not a bump worth mentioning.

Business traveler · January

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Houston to Monterrey flight turbulent?

The HOU–MTY route typically experiences smooth turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 28/100.

When is turbulence worst on HOU to MTY?

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 HOU to MTY?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 12–20. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from HOU to MTY?

The HOU to MTY flight takes approximately 1h 35m, covering 398 miles (346 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly HOU to MTY?

The main airlines operating this route are Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A319 · Embraer E175 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

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