General Mariano Matamoros International Airport

MMCB / CVJ

Temixco, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 17:49Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
17:49Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
100°
6 SM
Visibility
24,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMCB 141749Z 10006KT 6SM SCT020 BKN240 28/15 A3013 RMK 8/101 TCU NW HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,277 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 24,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,277 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
24,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,277 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

General Mariano Matamoros International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 24,000 feet and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 6 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. The ceiling is 24000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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: Thunderstorm Rain, Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z. 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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
877 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,277 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,075 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,661 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMCB 141651Z 1418/1518 20010KT P6SM SCT025 BKN200 TEMPO 1422/1502 5SM TSRA BKN020CB FM150600 00000KT P6SM SCT100 BKN200 TEMPO 1512/1516 4SM HZ SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
22:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
06:00Z FM150600
+12h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCB
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
9,180 ft 148 ft ASP 31°
2.1 kt 5.6 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 - MMCB

3,510 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.3%
MVFR
23.7%
IFR
1.5%
LIFR
0.6%

General Mariano Matamoros International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 31% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 36°C with an average of 24.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 4.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 31%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.5%
N
6.8%
S
20.3%
W
8.2%
NE
1.9%
NW
6.7%
SE
11.2%
SW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.2°C
Range: 10°C to 36°C
10°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 7.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

February January November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,510 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Mariano Matamoros International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMCB
IATA Code: CVJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,277 ft MSL

Location

City: Temixco
Country: MX
Latitude: 18.833922°
Longitude: -99.261818°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,180 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General Mariano Matamoros International Airport

Overview

General Mariano Matamoros International Airport serves Temixco, Mexico, as a medium-sized airport situated at 4,277 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 18.833922, -99.261818, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both civilian and potentially military operations with its substantial 9,180-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

Historical meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 73.4% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Pilots can expect stable weather, particularly during winter months (January, November, December), with an average temperature of 22.9°C and a moderate temperature range between 11°C and 31°C. Wind conditions are generally mild, with a prevailing southerly direction at an average of 4 knots and calm periods occurring 34.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated terrain at 4,277 feet MSL presents potential performance considerations for aircraft operations. Runway 03/21 offers excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of 2.5 knots. Visibility typically remains good, averaging 7.2 statute miles, with rare occurrences of limited visibility (below 3SM in only 1.8% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 is the primary operational surface, offering a substantial 9,180-foot asphalted runway that accommodates a variety of aircraft. Prevailing southerly winds suggest potential preference for approaches from the south, though the runway's orientation provides flexibility. Pilots should anticipate generally stable atmospheric conditions, with IFR conditions occurring in only 2.5% of observations and low IFR (LIFR) present in just 1.1% of cases.

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.