Hermanos Serdán International Airport

MMPB / PBC

Puebla, MX

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:47Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
09:47Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
2 kt
280°
7 SM
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPB 220947Z 28002KT 7SM SCT015 BKN090 13/10 A3033 RMK 8/570 HZY RTS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,361 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,861 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,361 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hermanos Serdán International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 7 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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: Thunderstorm Rain, Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
782 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,361 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,949 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,476 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPB 220444Z 2206/2306 13005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN230 FM221200 00000KT P6SM BKN200 FM222000 21013KT P6SM SCT020 BKN090 TEMPO 2222/2302 4SM TSRA BKN020CB FM230200 35005KT 5SM -RA BKN020 FM230400 16005KT P6SM SCT020 BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 23,000 ft
12:00Z FM221200
+1h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
20:00Z FM222000
+9h
VFR 210° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
22:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

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°
0.7 kt 1.9 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

3,059 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.2%
MVFR
13.2%
IFR
0.5%
LIFR
0.1%

Hermanos Serdán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.2% 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 17.7°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
8.5%
S
24%
SW
6%
W
2.1%
NW
10.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.7°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 3,059 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.