General Servando Canales International Airport

MMMA / MAM

Matamoros, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:43Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 9 hours ago
01:43Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
15 kt
120°
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMMA 040143Z 12015KT 7SM SCT015 24/22 A2996 RMK 8/100 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 25 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,525 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (25 ft)
Pressure Alt
-28 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,058 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR MMMA 040723Z 0406/0506 16010G20KT 6SM HZ SCT015 BECMG 0410/0411 4SM HZ BKN010 TEMPO 0412/0415 2SM BR BKN010 FM041600 16015G25KT P6SM BKN020 FM042200 14015KT P6SM SCT020 SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 10 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Haze
12:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
16:00Z FM041600
+6h
MVFR 160° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
22:00Z FM042200
+12h
VFR 140° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMA
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
7,546 ft 151 ft ASP 156°
13.0 kt 7.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMMA

2,396 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
34.1%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
0.9%

General Servando Canales International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.9%
NE
10.2%
E
15.3%
SE
24.7%
S
17.6%
SW
1.2%
W
2%
NW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 24°C
Range: -1°C to 35°C
-1°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

January November February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,396 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Servando Canales International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMMA
IATA Code: MAM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 25 ft MSL

Location

City: Matamoros
Country: MX
Latitude: 25.769899°
Longitude: -97.525299°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General Servando Canales International Airport

Overview

General Servando Canales International Airport serves Matamoros, Mexico as a medium-sized regional airport situated at 25 ft mean sea level. Located at coordinates 25.769899, -97.525299, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the northeastern Mexican border region. Its single runway 15/33 spans 7,546 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly visual flight rule (VFR) conditions, with 60.2% of observations supporting VFR operations and 35% in marginal VFR status. Winds consistently blow from the southeast at an average of 8.1 knots, with occasional peaks up to 24 knots and calm periods during 7.6% of observations. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 35°C, with an average of 24.9°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 25 ft MSL suggests a flat terrain characteristic of the border region between Mexico and Texas. Visibility averages 8.7 statute miles, with infrequent restrictions, as only 2.7% of observations show visibility below 3 miles and 2.4% report fog conditions. January, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.9 knots. Pilots can expect relatively straightforward approach and departure scenarios, with minimal wind-related complications. The combination of stable weather patterns and a substantial 7,546-foot runway provides flexible operational capabilities for most aircraft types.

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.