Hermanos Serdán International Airport

MMPB / PBC

Puebla, MX

Last Updated
Jun 2, 20:46Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
20:46Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
140°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPB 022046Z 14007KT 9SM SCT025 SCT230 24/12 A3025 RMK 8/202 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,361 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT 23,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,861 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 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 scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 7 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft, scattered at 23,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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: Vicinity Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Haze. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 20 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
779 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,361 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,039 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,886 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +23.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMPB 021710Z 0218/0318 10012KT P6SM SCT015 SCT200 BECMG 0220/0222 VCRA BKN015 TEMPO 0223/0303 VRB20KT 4SM TSRA BKN015CB FM030400 05008KT 6SM HZ BKN020 OVC080 FM030700 30005KT 6SM HZ SCT020 TEMPO 0312/0316 5SM HZ BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR VRB 20 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
04:00Z FM030400
+7h
MVFR 50° 8 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Haze
07:00Z FM030700
+10h
VFR 300° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Haze

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: 17
11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 177°
6.1 kt 3.5 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 - MMPB

3,670 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.7%
MVFR
13.8%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.1%

Hermanos Serdán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 30°C with an average of 18.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
7.3%
N
24.5%
S
23.8%
W
2.4%
NE
11%
NW
10.1%
SE
9.2%
SW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.2°C
Range: 1°C to 30°C
1°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

February January December

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 3,670 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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

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.