Scarlett Martinez International Airport

MPSM / RIH

Río Hato, PA

Last Updated
Apr 25, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 8 hours ago
01:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MPSM 250100Z 00000KT 9999 FEW020 BKN080 26/23 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 105 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,105 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,105 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Scarlett Martinez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 7.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 19:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MPSM 241725Z 2418/2524 18008KT 9999 SCT030 PROB30 2419/2422 6000 SHRA FEW018TCU SCT090 TEMPO 2508/2512 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PSM
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
17/35 8,038 ft 148 ft ASP 165°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
165° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MPSM

2,624 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.9%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Scarlett Martinez International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 55 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.6°C (range: 20°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 55 kt
Calm Winds: 9.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
39.4%
NE
4.4%
E
2.4%
SE
4.5%
S
16.5%
SW
3.6%
W
4.4%
NW
15.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 20°C to 35°C
20°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,624 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Scarlett Martinez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MPSM
IATA Code: RIH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 105 ft MSL

Location

City: Río Hato
Country: PA
Latitude: 8.375880°
Longitude: -80.127899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,038 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Scarlett Martinez International Airport

Scarlett Martinez International Airport (MPSM/RIH) is located in Río Hato, PA at an elevation of 105 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 8,038 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 2,624 weather observations, MPSM experiences excellent VFR conditions 94.9% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at MPSM come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 7.2 knots and recorded gusts up to 55 knots. Runway 17/35 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, February, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 20°C (68°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 27.6°C (82°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 10.06 to 10.14 inHg (341-343 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,624 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.