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Weather Briefing
VFRQuetzalcóatl International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 10 knots with gusts to 20 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 7 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 20000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
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6,562 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 151° |
↑ 9.4 kt
•
↔ 3.4 kt
20° angle
|
Weather Statistics - MMNL
3,296 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Quetzalcóatl International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 75.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, February, November.
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Statistics computed from 3,296 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Quetzalcóatl International Airport - Airport Information
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About Quetzalcóatl International Airport
Overview
Quetzalcóatl International Airport serves Nuevo Laredo, Mexico as a medium-sized airport situated at 484 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 27.443899, -99.570503, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the border region between Mexico and the United States.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 78% of observations indicating visual flight rules and only 4.3% of time under challenging IFR or LIFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 37°C, with an average of 24.1°C, while wind patterns are characterized by southeast prevailing winds at an average of 7.8 knots and maximum gusts of 22 knots.
Notable Features
The single runway 14/32 is 6,562 feet long with an asphalt surface, positioned to take full advantage of the prevailing wind patterns. Wind data indicates 100% favorable wind conditions for this runway, with an average crosswind component of only 3.4 knots, providing consistently stable approach and departure environments.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during October, November, and January, with consistently good visibility averaging 8.3 statute miles. Only 2.6% of observations show visibility below 3 statute miles, and fog is present in just 1.8% of recorded periods, suggesting generally reliable visual navigation conditions.
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.
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