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LIFRUruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,500 feet and 1 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 1 SM. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is very low at 300 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 18 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Fog, Mist, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 02/20 | 7,874 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 31° |
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Weather Statistics - MMPN
3,599 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 69% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 29°C with an average of 21.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, April.
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Statistics computed from 3,599 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport - Airport Information
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About Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport
Overview
Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport serves the Michoacán region in western Mexico, situated at a significant elevation of 5,258 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the city of Uruapan and surrounding areas, with a single asphalt runway measuring 7,874 feet in length.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at MMPN are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 82.6% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent wind patterns primarily from the south (180°) at an average of 7.8 knots, with temperatures ranging between 10°C and 26°C. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility.
Notable Features
The airport's high elevation at 5,258 feet MSL requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Its location in western Mexico presents potential terrain considerations, with the surrounding geography potentially influencing local wind patterns and approach conditions. The single runway (02/20) demonstrates near-perfect wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a low average crosswind of 3.9 knots.
Approach Considerations
Winter months (November, December, January) offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Runway 02/20 provides predictable wind characteristics, with calm conditions occurring in 69.7% of observations. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions with minimal wind variability, though standard high-altitude airport procedures are recommended due to the elevation.
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