Bachigualato Federal International Airport

MMCL / CUL

Culiacán, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:12Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
13:12Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMCL 041312Z RTD 00000KT 1/2SM FG VV003 20/20 A2990 RMK 8//// RTS
QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (108 ft)
Pressure Alt
116 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 742 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD MMCL 041220Z 0412/0506 00000KT 1/2SM FG VV003 FM041430 00000KT 2SM BR SCT020 FM041600 21005KT 6SM HZ SKC FM041800 21010KT P6SM SKC FM050300 27008KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:38Z BASE
+0h
LIFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Fog
14:00Z FM041430
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Mist
16:00Z FM041600
+3h
VFR 210° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Haze
18:00Z FM041800
+5h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCL
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 7,365 ft 148 ft ASP 33°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
33° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMCL

2,876 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.1%
MVFR
4.5%
IFR
1.2%
LIFR
0.2%

Bachigualato Federal International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.5 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 10°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 19.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.8%
NE
5.4%
E
2.7%
SE
4.4%
S
12.3%
SW
16.5%
W
19.5%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.2°C
Range: 10°C to 41°C
10°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

November December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,876 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bachigualato Federal International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMCL
IATA Code: CUL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 108 ft MSL

Location

City: Culiacán
Country: MX
Latitude: 24.765040°
Longitude: -107.475228°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,365 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bachigualato Federal International Airport

Overview

Bachigualato Federal International Airport serves Culiacán, a major city in Sinaloa, Mexico. Located at 24.765040, -107.475228 with an elevation of 108 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport features a single runway (03/21) measuring 7,365 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 95.1% of observations showing favorable visual flying weather. Winds are consistently westerly (270°) at an average of 5.5 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 16 knots and calm periods occurring 18.4% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from 10°C to 41°C with an average of 27.1°C.

Notable Features

Situated in the coastal region of Sinaloa, the airport's terrain is likely flat with minimal surrounding elevation changes. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of VFR conditions make it a relatively straightforward operational environment for pilots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 9.6 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers optimal wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3 knots. November through January represent the most stable flying months, providing the most consistent weather conditions. Pilots can expect predictable approach characteristics with high likelihood of visual conditions and minimal wind interference.

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.