Mingus
AZParagliding and hang gliding weather and wind forecast for Mingus, Arizona.
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Location
What we look for at Mingus
Wind direction
ENE (70°) → ESE (120°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
6–12 mph
Ceiling · Paragliding
≤ 19 mph base · gusts ≤ 23
Top of the range for paragliding (any rating). Switch wings up top to compare. Hang gliders hold roughly 10 mph more than paragliders.
AZHPA E-facing site; ideal E (70-120), accepts SE through SW (marginal arc 45-225; widened from 150 on 2026-09-18 to match this note and the club page). HG max ~20mph, PG max ~15. Morning upslope thermals; goes over-the-back (SW) by midday=leeside/rotor in back of launch. H3/P3, on-site briefing & AZHPA membership req.
Window data compiled from azhpa.org, fs.usda.gov, public site guides and club resources.
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Mingus is a paragliding and hang gliding site in Arizona. The launch faces east at 7,730 feet and works best in ENE to ESE wind of about 6 to 12 mph. There are 2 more Wonderwind sites within 50 miles, and the closest is Apache Maid (Flagstaff), 32 miles away. Read the site guide on azhpa.org for rules and access before you fly.
Conditions are an automated estimate from public forecast models, not a go/no-go call. Always check the sky, talk to locals, and fly within your rating. You are responsible for your own safety.