Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport

MMIA / CLQ

Colima, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
0 kt
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMIA 041352Z 00000KT 8SM SKC 21/16 A3001

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMIA 040508Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SKC FM042000 23010KT P6SM SCT100 FM050300 03005KT P6SM SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM042000
+6h
VFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MIA
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 73°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
73° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMIA

2,440 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73%
MVFR
26%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0%

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 42.4% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 39°C with an average of 24.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 42.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.5%
NE
1.8%
E
0.5%
SE
0.3%
S
2.5%
SW
8.8%
W
32.9%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.8°C
Range: 17°C to 39°C
17°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 5.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

January March December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 2,440 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMIA
IATA Code: CLQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,467 ft MSL

Location

City: Colima
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.277000°
Longitude: -103.577002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport

Overview

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport serves the Colima region in Mexico, situated at an elevation of 2,467 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations in western Mexico. Its strategic location provides essential air transportation infrastructure for the surrounding geographic area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 70.2% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Winds are typically westerly at 9.2 knots, with occasional calm periods covering 43.7% of observations. Temperature variations range from 17°C to 39°C, with an average of 25°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25 is 7,546 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a variety of aircraft types. Its favorable wind alignment means 100% of wind conditions support runway operations with minimal crosswind complications. The airport's elevation of 2,467 feet MSL requires standard high-altitude flight planning considerations for aircraft performance.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visual conditions during winter months (November, December, January), with consistent westerly winds providing predictable approach characteristics. The average crosswind on runway 07/25 is minimal at 3.1 knots, allowing straightforward landing techniques. Visibility averages 5.9 statute miles, with only 1.1% of observations showing restricted visibility conditions.

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.