Ciudad Obregón International Airport

MMCN / CEN

Ciudad Obregón, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 15:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
15:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
270°
10 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMCN 141540Z 27005KT 10SM BKN200 32/11 A2988 RMK 8/008 ISOL AC HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 243 ft
BKN 20,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,243 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ciudad Obregón International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 5 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating very 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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (243 ft)
Pressure Alt
281 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,379 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMCN 140512Z 1406/1506 32005KT P6SM SCT200 FM141200 00000KT P6SM BKN200 FM141800 34005KT P6SM BKN200 FM142100 27012KT P6SM BKN200 FM150200 30005KT P6SM BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM141800
+2h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
21:00Z FM142100
+5h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
02:00Z FM150200
+10h
VFR 300° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCN
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 137°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMCN

3,361 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.5%
MVFR
1.1%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Ciudad Obregón International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Calm conditions occur 17% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 17%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
4.7%
S
10.2%
W
24.8%
NE
1.6%
NW
13.8%
SE
7.9%
SW
13.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 4°C to 40°C
4°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

November December September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,361 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ciudad Obregón International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMCN
IATA Code: CEN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 243 ft MSL

Location

City: Ciudad Obregón
Country: MX
Latitude: 27.392599°
Longitude: -109.833000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ciudad Obregón International Airport

Overview

Ciudad Obregón International Airport serves the agricultural region of Sonora, Mexico, located in the city of Ciudad Obregón. Situated at 243 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the surrounding Yaqui Valley, a significant agricultural area known for its wheat and vegetable production.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptionally stable VFR conditions, with 99% of observations confirming visual flight rules. Winds predominantly blow from the west at an average of 5.1 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 6°C to 40°C, with an average of 25.4°C, making it generally comfortable for flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 7,546 feet in length with an asphalt surface. Its geographical position in Sonora provides relatively predictable meteorological conditions, with minimal interference from complex terrain. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 9.9 statute miles with only 0.3% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 offers highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and a low average crosswind of 2.6 knots. January, November, and December represent the most optimal months for VFR flying, characterized by the most stable weather patterns. Pilots can expect consistent, predictable approach conditions with minimal meteorological challenges.

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

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.