Piedras Negras International Airport

MMPG / PDS

Piedras Negras, MX

Last Updated
Jul 3, 23:44Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
23:44Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
38°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
--
--°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMPG 032344Z E12007KT 10SM SCT030 38/19 A2993 RMK 8/500

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 901 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,901 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Piedras Negras International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 10.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 38°C (100°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (901 ft)
Pressure Alt
879 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,855 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +24.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMPG 040521Z 0406/0506 12005KT P6SM SCT030 BECMG 0409/0410 BKN030 FM041800 12010KT P6SM SKC FM050300 12005KT P6SM SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
18:00Z FM041800
+8h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MPG
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
12/30 6,655 ft 98 ft ASP 126°

Weather Statistics - MMPG

2,811 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Piedras Negras International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 8.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.4% 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, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 23.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.5%
N
5.7%
S
0.2%
W
0.6%
NE
4.7%
NW
13.5%
SE
43.3%
SW
0.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 22.2°C
Range: -4°C to 39°C
-4°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

October February September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,811 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Piedras Negras International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMPG
IATA Code: PDS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 901 ft MSL

Location

City: Piedras Negras
Country: MX
Latitude: 28.627873°
Longitude: -100.535240°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 6,655 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Piedras Negras International Airport

Overview

Piedras Negras International Airport serves the border region of Coahuila, Mexico, located near the United States border. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations at an elevation of 901 feet above mean sea level, providing critical transportation infrastructure for the local industrial and commercial sectors.

Flying Conditions

Flight conditions at Piedras Negras are predominantly visual (VFR), with 84.2% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Temperature variations range from -2°C to 37°C, with an average of 21.7°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. Pilots can expect optimal visual meteorological conditions during October, September, and January.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) measuring 6,655 feet with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast (135°) at an average of 7.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 28.7% of the time, providing relatively predictable wind environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates extremely favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and minimal average crosswind of 1.7 knots. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 0.9% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles and rare fog occurrences (1.3%). Pilots should anticipate generally stable approach conditions with high predictability.

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.