Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport

MMPN / UPN

Uruapan, MX

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
14:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
6 SM
Visibility
28,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPN 221440Z 00000KT 6SM SCT090 BKN280 19/13 A3026 RMK 8/031 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,258 ft
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
BKN 28,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,258 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
28,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
33,258 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 28,000 feet and 6 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 6 SM. The ceiling is 28000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
850 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,258 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,906 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,648 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPN 220504Z 2206/2306 32005KT P6SM SCT100 BKN220 FM221200 00000KT P6SM SCT120 FM221800 18011KT P6SM BKN100 OVC220 FM230100 00000KT P6SM SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 22,000 ft
18:00Z FM221800
+3h
VFR 180° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
01:00Z FM230100
+10h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPN
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 31°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
31° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPN

2,925 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.1%
MVFR
11.5%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0%

Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 69.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 28°C with an average of 20.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 69.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.3%
NE
0.4%
E
1.5%
SE
5.2%
S
14.2%
SW
6.6%
W
1.6%
NW
0.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.8°C
Range: 10°C to 28°C
10°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.4%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March April February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,925 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Uruapan - Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPN
IATA Code: UPN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,258 ft MSL

Location

City: Uruapan
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.396700°
Longitude: -102.039001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

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.

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.