McAllen Miller International Airport

KMFE / MFE

McAllen, US

Last Updated
Apr 29, 09:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
09:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
10 kt
140°
7 SM
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMFE 290953Z AUTO 14010KT 7SM OVC011 26/24 A2978 RMK AO2 SLP081 T02560239

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 107 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,207 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

McAllen Miller International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,100 feet and 7 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 10 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (107 ft)
Pressure Alt
265 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,611 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMFE 290520Z 2906/3006 15014KT P6SM SCT015 TEMPO 2906/2910 BKN015 FM291600 15012G22KT P6SM FEW250 FM300400 12009KT P6SM BKN022
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM291600
+6h
VFR 150° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MFE
13 ✈️
31
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
7,120 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
18/36 2,638 ft 60 ft ASP 188°
6.7 kt 7.4 kt
48° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMFE

6,512 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.3%
MVFR
17.5%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
2.8%

McAllen Miller International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 8.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
13%
N
12.2%
S
11.2%
W
2.8%
NE
4.4%
NW
4.9%
SE
43%
SW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.1°C
Range: -1°C to 39°C
-1°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 6,512 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

McAllen Miller International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMFE
IATA Code: MFE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 107 ft MSL

Location

City: McAllen
Country: US
Latitude: 26.176141°
Longitude: -98.237965°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,120 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 2,638 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About McAllen Miller International Airport

Overview

McAllen Miller International Airport serves the Rio Grande Valley region in southern Texas, strategically located near the US-Mexico border. As a medium-sized airport with two asphalted runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the McAllen metropolitan area, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with nearly 78% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Winds are consistently from the southeast at an average of 7.9 knots, with maximum gusts up to 32 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from 4°C to 38°C, with September, October, and January offering the most stable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

Situated at an elevation of 107 feet mean sea level, McAllen Miller International features two parallel runways with favorable wind alignment. Runway 13/31 extends 7,120 feet, while Runway 18/36 provides a shorter 2,638-foot option. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind favorability and relatively low average crosswind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent wind conditions for both runways, with 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal crosswind interference. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with less than 1% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Fog is infrequent, occurring in only 1.2% of observations, which generally supports reliable approach and landing conditions.

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.