Hermanos Serdán International Airport

MMPB / PBC

Puebla, MX

Last Updated
Apr 18, 01:44Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
01:44Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -3°C
5 kt
60°
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPB 180144Z 06005KT 8SM SCT230 20/M03 A3022 RMK 8/002 HZY SC

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,361 ft
SCT 23,000 ft AGL
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 23,000 feet and 8 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 5.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 5 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 23,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of -3°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
778 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,361 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,069 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,436 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPB 180452Z 1806/1906 34005KT P6SM SCT230 FM181500 22010KT P6SM SCT230 TEMPO 1822/1902 20015KT FM190300 03005KT P6SM BKN230
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM181500
+8h
VFR 220° 10 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°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPB

3,001 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.1%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.1%

Hermanos Serdán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 29°C with an average of 17.6°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: 5.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.4%
NE
11.4%
E
7.1%
SE
8.6%
S
24%
SW
5.9%
W
2.1%
NW
10.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.6°C
Range: 1°C to 29°C
1°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

February January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,001 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.