Amado Nervo National Airport

MMEP / TPQ

Tepic, MX

Last Updated
Jul 4, 02:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
02:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
360°
7 SM
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMEP 040245Z 36002KT 7SM SCT020CB BKN070 22/22 A3013 RMK SLP176 52030 930 8/960 OCNL DROPS LTGICCG S

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,020 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,020 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Amado Nervo National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 7 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 01:00Z and 05:00Z.

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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
919 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,020 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,818 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,383 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR MMEP 040546Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SCT020 SCT070 TEMPO 0412/0416 1 1/2SM BR OVC010 FM041800 22012KT P6SM SCT020 SCT070 BECMG 0422/0423 5SM TSRA BKN020CB TEMPO 0501/0505 2SM TSRA OVC015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM041800
+8h
VFR 220° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z BECMG
+12h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MEP
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
10,171 ft 148 ft ASP 26°
1.9 kt 0.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMEP

4,685 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.6%
MVFR
10.3%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
0.9%

Amado Nervo National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 78 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, July.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 78 kt
Calm Winds: 19.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.4%
N
24.6%
S
9.3%
W
6.6%
NE
3.6%
NW
12.9%
SE
5.2%
SW
10.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 1°C to 37°C
1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

May April July

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,685 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Amado Nervo National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMEP
IATA Code: TPQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,020 ft MSL

Location

City: Tepic
Country: MX
Latitude: 21.419833°
Longitude: -104.842472°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 10,171 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Amado Nervo National Airport

Overview

Amado Nervo National Airport serves Tepic, Mexico, located at 21.419833, -104.842472 with an elevation of 3020 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport features a single runway 02/20 measuring 10,171 feet in asphalt, supporting regional and local aviation operations in the Nayarit state.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) at 84.5%, with marginal VFR occurring 11.9% of the time. Pilots can expect stable conditions, with an average temperature of 22.5°C and a temperature range from 5°C to 34°C. Wind patterns are primarily northerly at 5.4 knots average, with occasional strong gusts up to 78 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's terrain at 3020 feet MSL suggests potential terrain-related considerations for approach and departure procedures. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility events including fog (4.3% occurrence) and instances of visibility below 3 miles (2.6% of observations). Calm wind conditions are present 23.4% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Average crosswind is minimal at 3.4 knots, providing consistently good landing conditions. The best visual flight conditions occur during November, January, and December, offering optimal flying weather for pilots utilizing this airport.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.