Hermanos Serdán International Airport

MMPB / PBC

Puebla, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 15:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
15:40Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
20°
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1028 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPB 141540Z 02002KT 8SM SCT220 19/03 A3037 RMK 8/002 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,361 ft
SCT 22,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
29,361 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hermanos Serdán International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 22,000 feet and 8 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 22,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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
1028 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
783 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,361 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,919 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,166 ft
ISA Deviation: +18.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPB 140424Z 1406/1506 03005KT P6SM SCT015 SCT090 FM141200 00000KT P6SM SCT200 FM142000 18013KT P6SM SCT020 BKN200 FM150200 22005KT P6SM BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM142000
+4h
VFR 180° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
02:00Z FM150200
+10h
VFR 220° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPB
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 177°
1.7 kt 1.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPB

3,371 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86%
MVFR
13.4%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0.1%

Hermanos Serdán International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 30°C with an average of 18°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 5.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
7%
N
24.9%
S
24%
W
2.3%
NE
11%
NW
10.2%
SE
8.9%
SW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 18°C
Range: 1°C to 30°C
1°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

February January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 3,371 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hermanos Serdán International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPB
IATA Code: PBC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,361 ft MSL

Location

City: Puebla
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.158465°
Longitude: -98.371582°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hermanos Serdán International Airport

Overview

Hermanos Serdán International Airport serves Puebla, Mexico, positioned at a high elevation of 7,361 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aviation operations with a single runway (17/35) measuring 11,811 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 83% of observations indicating clear flight rules and minimal IFR/LIFR occurrences. Wind patterns are consistent from the North (0°) at an average of 6.7 knots, with temperatures ranging between 3°C and 27°C, creating stable flying environments particularly during winter months (December, January, November).

Notable Features

Located at significant altitude in central Mexico, the airport's high elevation demands careful performance calculations for aircraft. The surrounding terrain likely influences local wind patterns and potential turbulence, with wind speeds capable of reaching up to 30 knots, though typically moderate at an average of 6.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.8 knots. Pilots should anticipate consistent northerly winds and plan approaches considering the airport's high elevation, which can impact aircraft performance and fuel consumption.

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.