General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport

MMCU / CUU

Chihuahua, MX

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:46Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
19:46Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
40°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMCU 041946Z 04005KT 10SM SCT030 SCT200 34/12 A3016 RMK 8/108 VC TCU CB MSGTX MMMY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,462 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,462 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,462 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 5 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 34°C (93°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
872 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,462 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,230 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,581 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +27.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMCU 041626Z 0418/0518 07010KT P6SM BKN080 BKN200 TEMPO 0422/0502 VRB10G20KT SCT030CB BKN080 BKN200 FM050300 16004KT P6SM BKN080 BKN200 BECMG 0508/0509 SCT080 SCT200 FM051600 05006KT P6SM SCT080 SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
22:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR VRB 10 kt
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
03:00Z FM050300
+7h
VFR 160° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCU
05 ✈️
23
18L
36R
18R
36L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
3,609 ft 98 ft ASP 56°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
18L/36R 8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 190°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
150° angle
18R/36L 7,885 ft 75 ft ASP 190°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
150° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMCU

4,462 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
99.4%
MVFR
0.6%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 99.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 56 knots. Calm conditions occur 16% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, July, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 56 kt
Calm Winds: 16%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.2%
N
16.2%
S
12.8%
W
7.9%
NE
10%
NW
3.9%
SE
5.9%
SW
11.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.8°C
Range: -4°C to 39°C
-4°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

May July November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 18L/36R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 18R/36L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,462 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMCU
IATA Code: CUU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,462 ft MSL

Location

City: Chihuahua
Country: MX
Latitude: 28.702900°
Longitude: -105.964996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18L/36R
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18R/36L
Length: 7,885 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport

Overview

General Roberto Fierro Villalobos International Airport serves Chihuahua, Mexico as a medium-sized airport located at 4,462 feet above mean sea level. The airport features three asphalt runways, providing significant operational flexibility for aircraft serving the Chihuahua region. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure support both commercial and potentially military aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptionally consistent visual flight conditions, with 99.1% of observations recording VFR weather. Winds predominantly originate from the east at an average of 6.8 knots, with occasional maximum gusts up to 56 knots. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 35°C, with an average of 19.3°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

Located at a significant elevation of 4,462 feet MSL, the airport presents considerations for aircraft performance and density altitude effects. The three runways (05/23, 18L/36R, and 18R/36L) range from 3,609 to 8,530 feet in length, offering diverse operational capabilities. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 3.7 and 4.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

November, December, and October represent the best months for visual flight conditions at this airport. Pilots can expect consistent wind patterns from the east, which align favorably with all three runways. The exceptionally low occurrence of reduced visibility (only 0.1% fog reports) and zero IFR conditions suggest generally straightforward approach and landing environments.

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.