El Tajín National Airport

MMPA / PAZ

Poza Rica, MX

Last Updated
Apr 18, 00:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
00:40Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
90°
5 SM
Visibility
30,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPA 180040Z 09006KT 5SM BKN300 26/22 A2980 RMK 8/008 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 497 ft
BKN 30,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
30,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,497 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Tajín National Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 30,000 feet and 5 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 6.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 6 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 SM. The ceiling is 30000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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. 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: Haze, Mist, Fog, Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (497 ft)
Pressure Alt
625 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,064 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPA 180539Z 1806/1906 09005KT 4SM HZ SCT020 BKN300 BECMG 1811/1812 2SM BR BKN010 TEMPO 1812/1815 1/4SM FG VV002 FM181600 06005KT 5SM HZ SCT020 BKN200 FM190000 07010KT 6SM HZ SCT030 BKN200 BECMG 1902/1904 5SM RA BKN020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 30,000 ft
Haze
11:00Z BECMG
+4h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
12:00Z TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 1/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
16:00Z FM181600
+9h
MVFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPA
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,906 ft 148 ft ASP 89°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPA

2,874 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
26.1%
MVFR
62.6%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
1.9%

El Tajín National Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 26.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 50 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 34°C with an average of 24.5°C. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.3% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 50 kt
Calm Winds: 30.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.5%
NE
12.8%
E
14.1%
SE
2.7%
S
4.2%
SW
2%
W
7%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.5°C
Range: 10°C to 34°C
10°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 4.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.3%
Fog Frequency: 4.9%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,874 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

El Tajín National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPA
IATA Code: PAZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 497 ft MSL

Location

City: Poza Rica
Country: MX
Latitude: 20.602699°
Longitude: -97.460800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About El Tajín National Airport

Overview

El Tajín National Airport serves the Poza Rica region in Mexico, situated at an elevation of 497 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport supports regional aviation with a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 5,906 feet in length, accommodating various aircraft types operating in eastern Mexico's Veracruz state.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at El Tajín demonstrate significant variability, with 59.3% of observations showing marginal VFR conditions. Pilots can expect predominantly northerly winds averaging 6.6 knots, with a 32.6% chance of calm conditions. Temperature ranges from 10°C to 33°C, with an average of 25°C, potentially impacting aircraft performance.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location presents unique meteorological characteristics, with visibility averaging 4.9 statute miles and occasional reduced visibility events. Fog occurs in 4.1% of observations, and pilots should be prepared for potential low-visibility conditions, particularly during non-peak months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. October, January, and September represent the most stable VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions with the lowest likelihood of instrument meteorological challenges.

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.