Hermanos Serdán International Airport

MMPB / PBC

Puebla, MX

Last Updated
Aug 12, 01:46Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
01:46Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
270°
8 SM
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPB 120146Z 27008KT 8SM SCT020CB BKN090 OVC230 15/12 A3039 RMK 8/963 HZY RAE25

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,361 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
OVC 23,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,361 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,361 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,361 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hermanos Serdán International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 23,000 feet and 8 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 4.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 8 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. The ceiling is 9000 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 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 21:00Z and 23:00Z.

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
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
784 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,361 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,889 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,656 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPB 120527Z 1206/1306 00000KT P6SM SCT025 TEMPO 1212/1216 BKN020 FM121600 36005KT P6SM SKC FM122000 18010KT 6SM HZ SCT020 TEMPO 1221/1223 BKN020CB FM130200 09005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
16:00Z FM121600
+10h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPB
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 177°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPB

4,769 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.2%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.2%

Hermanos Serdán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 5.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.8%
N
22.6%
S
24.3%
W
2.8%
NE
10.6%
NW
9.7%
SE
10.1%
SW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.4°C
Range: 1°C to 32°C
1°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

February January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 4,769 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hermanos Serdán International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPB
IATA Code: PBC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,361 ft MSL

Location

City: Puebla
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.158465°
Longitude: -98.371582°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hermanos Serdán International Airport

Overview

Hermanos Serdán International Airport serves Puebla, Mexico, positioned at a high elevation of 7,361 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aviation operations with a single runway (17/35) measuring 11,811 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 83% of observations indicating clear flight rules and minimal IFR/LIFR occurrences. Wind patterns are consistent from the North (0°) at an average of 6.7 knots, with temperatures ranging between 3°C and 27°C, creating stable flying environments particularly during winter months (December, January, November).

Notable Features

Located at significant altitude in central Mexico, the airport's high elevation demands careful performance calculations for aircraft. The surrounding terrain likely influences local wind patterns and potential turbulence, with wind speeds capable of reaching up to 30 knots, though typically moderate at an average of 6.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.8 knots. Pilots should anticipate consistent northerly winds and plan approaches considering the airport's high elevation, which can impact aircraft performance and fuel consumption.

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.