El Tajín National Airport

MMPA / PAZ

Poza Rica, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 14:43Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
14:43Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
0 kt
5 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPA 141443Z 00000KT 5SM SCT015 26/22 A3002 RMK SLP171 5//// 968 8/100 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 497 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,997 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Tajín National Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,500 feet and 5 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 17 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (497 ft)
Pressure Alt
385 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,824 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD MMPA 141256Z 1413/1506 00000KT 5SM HZ SKC FM141500 05005KT 5SM HZ SCT020 FM141800 09008KT P6SM SKC FM142100 11011KT P6SM SKC FM150100 09005KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:30Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Haze
18:00Z FM141800
+3h
VFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM142100
+6h
VFR 110° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM150100
+10h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPA
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 5,906 ft 148 ft ASP 89°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
89° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMPA

3,211 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
23.9%
MVFR
64.1%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
1.9%

El Tajín National Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 23.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 50 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.1% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 38°C with an average of 24.9°C. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.9% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 50 kt
Calm Winds: 29.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
15%
N
16.7%
S
4.2%
W
7.2%
NE
12.7%
NW
10.4%
SE
2.8%
SW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.9°C
Range: 10°C to 38°C
10°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 4.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.9%
Fog Frequency: 4.8%

Best Months for VFR

October September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,211 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

El Tajín National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPA
IATA Code: PAZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 497 ft MSL

Location

City: Poza Rica
Country: MX
Latitude: 20.602699°
Longitude: -97.460800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About El Tajín National Airport

Overview

El Tajín National Airport serves the Poza Rica region in Mexico, situated at an elevation of 497 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport supports regional aviation with a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 5,906 feet in length, accommodating various aircraft types operating in eastern Mexico's Veracruz state.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at El Tajín demonstrate significant variability, with 59.3% of observations showing marginal VFR conditions. Pilots can expect predominantly northerly winds averaging 6.6 knots, with a 32.6% chance of calm conditions. Temperature ranges from 10°C to 33°C, with an average of 25°C, potentially impacting aircraft performance.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location presents unique meteorological characteristics, with visibility averaging 4.9 statute miles and occasional reduced visibility events. Fog occurs in 4.1% of observations, and pilots should be prepared for potential low-visibility conditions, particularly during non-peak months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 4.2 knots. October, January, and September represent the most stable VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions with the lowest likelihood of instrument 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

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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.