General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport

MMCV / CVM

Ciudad Victoria, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 12:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
12:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMCV 141245Z 00000KT 10SM SKC 19/18 A3000 RMK HZY ISOL CU

Weather Briefing

VFR

General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 17 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (761 ft)
Pressure Alt
679 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,342 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD MMCV 141252Z 1413/1506 00000KT P6SM SKC FM141500 00000KT P6SM SCT015 FM142000 15011KT P6SM SKC FM150100 12005KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM141500
+2h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM142000
+7h
VFR 150° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM150100
+12h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCV
15
33
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 156°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
156° angle
17/35 4,659 ft 98 ft ASP 180°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMCV

3,828 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.1%
MVFR
21.8%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
0.7%

General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 6.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 10.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
7%
N
12.6%
S
30.6%
W
5.3%
NE
5.1%
NW
13%
SE
12.8%
SW
2.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°C
Range: 0°C to 40°C
0°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 8.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.7%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

February January March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 3,828 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMCV
IATA Code: CVM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 761 ft MSL

Location

City: Ciudad Victoria
Country: MX
Latitude: 23.703300°
Longitude: -98.956497°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,659 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport

Overview

General Pedro Jose Mendez International Airport serves Ciudad Victoria in northeastern Mexico, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 761 feet above sea level. Located at coordinates 23.703300, -98.956497, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Tamaulipas region. Its two asphalted runways support diverse aviation operations and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at MMCV are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 72% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 36°C, with an average of 23.7°C, indicating mild thermal environments for most operations. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 6.9 knots, with calm conditions occurring 15.2% of the time and maximum gusts reaching 21 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 15/33 at 7,218 feet and 17/35 at 4,659 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. Visibility averages 8.4 statute miles, with infrequent periods of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring in 4.6% of observations).

Approach Considerations

January, November, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for airport operations. Pilots can expect high-reliability visual conditions during these periods, with minimal interference from meteorological factors. The predictable southern wind pattern and low average crosswind suggest straightforward approach and departure procedures for both runways.

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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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.