Benito Juárez International Airport

MMMX / MEX

Ciudad de México, MX

Last Updated
Aug 12, 05:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
05:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
2 kt
360°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1030 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMMX 120545Z 36002KT 10SM FEW020 SCT100 SCT220 15/13 A3041 NOSIG RMK SLP141 52006 959 8/579

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,316 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,316 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,316 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
29,316 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Benito Juárez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft, scattered at 22,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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. Expected weather includes: Haze, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 14:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1030 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
786 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,316 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,814 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,570 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR MMMX 120553Z 1206/1306 33005KT 6SM HZ BKN020 SCT100 TX25/1221Z TN14/1212Z TEMPO 1210/1214 BKN015 FM122100 06010KT P6SM BKN020 BKN080 TEMPO 1221/1301 3SM TSRA BKN015CB FM130200 20005KT 5SM -RA BKN015 BECMG 1303/1304 6SM HZ SCT020 BKN070
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 330° 5 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Haze
10:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMX
05L ✈️
23R
05R ✈️
23L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05L/23R
Active: 05L
12,966 ft 148 ft ASP 59°
1.3 kt 1.5 kt
50° angle
✈️ 05R/23L
Active: 05R
12,795 ft 148 ft ASP 59°
1.3 kt 1.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMMX

10,280 observations | Sep 2025 - Aug 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.5%
MVFR
27.6%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0%

Benito Juárez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, January, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 12.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.1%
N
16.4%
S
4.5%
W
7.9%
NE
21.1%
NW
9.6%
SE
5.7%
SW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.8°C
Range: 1°C to 32°C
1°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

February January November

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 10,280 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Aug 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Benito Juárez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMMX
IATA Code: MEX
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,316 ft MSL

Location

City: Ciudad de México
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.435137°
Longitude: -99.071328°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05L/23R
Length: 12,966 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 12,795 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Benito Juárez International Airport

Overview

Benito Juárez International Airport serves as Mexico City's primary international airport, handling major commercial and cargo operations. Located at 19.435137, -99.071328 with a high elevation of 7,316 feet mean sea level, this large airport is a critical aviation hub in central Mexico.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 7,316 feet MSL significantly impacts aircraft performance and requires careful flight planning for density altitude considerations. Ciudad de México's mountainous terrain and high altitude create unique atmospheric conditions that pilots must account for during all phases of flight.

Notable Features

The airport features two substantial parallel runways: 05L/23R at 12,966 feet and 05R/23L at 12,795 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. These long runways accommodate wide-body international aircraft and provide operational flexibility for different wind conditions and aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation at 05/23 suggests prevailing wind considerations for approach and departure procedures. The substantial runway lengths (over 12,700 feet) provide adequate landing and takeoff margins, which is critical given the airport's high elevation and potential performance challenges for aircraft.

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
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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.