General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport

MMTJ / TIJ

Tijuana, MX

Last Updated
Jun 10, 15:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
4 kt
270°
6 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMTJ 101550Z 27004KT 6SM SKC 21/15 A2989 RMK HZY

Weather Briefing

VFR

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
996 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (489 ft)
Pressure Alt
527 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,364 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF COR MMTJ 101616Z 1015/1112 00000KT 6SM HZ SCT010 TX24/1020Z TN17/1112Z TEMPO 1016/1018 BKN010 FM101800 23008KT P6SM SKC FM110500 24005KT P6SM BKN015 TEMPO 1109/1112 4SM HZ BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 6SM
Haze
18:00Z FM101800
+2h
VFR 230° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTJ
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,711 ft 144 ft CON 99°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMTJ

7,630 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.6%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
5%
LIFR
5.1%

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 73 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 73 kt
Calm Winds: 18.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
2.6%
E
12.5%
SE
6.6%
S
4.2%
SW
8.6%
W
33.4%
NW
9%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.9°C
Range: 4°C to 35°C
4°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.1%
Fog Frequency: 9.5%

Best Months for VFR

April February October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,630 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMTJ
IATA Code: TIJ
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 489 ft MSL

Location

City: Tijuana
Country: MX
Latitude: 32.541043°
Longitude: -116.969976°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,711 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport

Overview

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport serves as a critical aviation gateway for Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. Located at coordinates 32.541043, -116.969976, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the cross-border region between Mexico and the United States. As a large airport situated at 489 feet above mean sea level, it supports significant commercial and regional aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 489 ft MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment typical of coastal regions. Pilots should anticipate potential marine layer influences and associated visibility variations, particularly during morning and evening hours. The airport's geographical position near the Pacific coast suggests potential wind variability that could impact approach and departure procedures.

Notable Features

The primary runway 09/27 spans 9,711 feet with a concrete surface, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing, particularly given the airport's proximity to complex terrain near the US-Mexico border. The runway length accommodates most commercial and regional aircraft with ample margin for safe operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's substantial length of 9,711 feet offers pilots generous landing and takeoff parameters. The concrete surface provides consistent braking characteristics across varying meteorological conditions. Pilots should assess prevailing wind directions and potential terrain-induced wind shifts when planning approaches to this coastal airport environment.

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.