Ciudad del Carmen International Airport

MMCE / CME

Ciudad del Carmen, MX

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
02:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
5 kt
50°
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMCE 230240Z 05005KT 7SM SKC 29/25 A2989 RMK SLP115 52004 988 HZY

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ciudad del Carmen International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 7 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 3.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 5 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10 ft)
Pressure Alt
48 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,730 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMCE 230514Z 2306/2406 15010KT P6SM SCT015 FM231800 05012KT P6SM SCT015 BECMG 2402/2403 07008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCE
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 140°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMCE

3,469 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.3%
MVFR
11.5%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0%

Ciudad del Carmen International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 35°C with an average of 26.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 14.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.1%
NE
24.5%
E
16%
SE
23.7%
S
2.8%
SW
1.4%
W
1.1%
NW
1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.5°C
Range: 16°C to 35°C
16°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 6.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

April February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,469 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ciudad del Carmen International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMCE
IATA Code: CME
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Ciudad del Carmen
Country: MX
Latitude: 18.653700°
Longitude: -91.799004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ciudad del Carmen International Airport

Overview

Ciudad del Carmen International Airport serves the coastal city of Ciudad del Carmen in Campeche, Mexico. Located at 10 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation in the Gulf of Mexico coastal region. The airport's single runway 13/31 provides 7,218 feet of asphalt surface for aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at MMCE are predominantly VFR, with 85.5% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. The prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 7.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 40 knots. Temperature ranges from 18°C to 33°C, with an average of 26.9°C, creating generally stable thermal conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 10 ft MSL reflects its coastal location near the Gulf of Mexico. Calm wind conditions occur 19% of the time, providing consistent flying environments. Visibility averages 6.8 statute miles, with extremely rare occurrences of reduced visibility (below 3SM in only 0.8% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 offers 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of just 4.8 knots. September, November, and December represent the best VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions with minimal meteorological challenges during these periods.

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.