Valle del Fuerte International Airport

MMLM / LMM

Los Mochis, MX

Last Updated
Jul 4, 04:42Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
04:42Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
12 kt
110°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMLM 040442Z 11012KT 10SM SCT220 30/23 A2993 RMK 8/001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
SCT 22,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,016 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Valle del Fuerte International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 22,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 3.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 12 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
-7 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,797 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MMLM 040519Z 0406/0506 08005KT P6SM BKN200 TEMPO 0412/0416 3SM BR BKN015 FM041800 21015KT P6SM SCT100 PROB40 0500/0503 5SM TSRA BKN020CB FM050300 16005KT P6SM SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM041800
+10h
VFR 210° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MLM
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 100°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMLM

4,392 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.3%
MVFR
3.9%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0.5%

Valle del Fuerte International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperatures typically range between 10°C and 39°C with an average of 26.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 7.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.7%
N
5.1%
S
8.7%
W
17.3%
NE
2.5%
NW
28.6%
SE
5.4%
SW
16.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.2°C
Range: 10°C to 39°C
10°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

July May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 4,392 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Valle del Fuerte International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMLM
IATA Code: LMM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Los Mochis
Country: MX
Latitude: 25.685447°
Longitude: -109.081055°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Valle del Fuerte International Airport

Overview

Valle del Fuerte International Airport serves the Los Mochis region in northwestern Mexico, providing a critical transportation link for Sinaloa state. Located at 16 feet above sea level with coordinates 25.685447, -109.081055, this medium-sized airport supports regional and commercial aviation operations with its single 6,562-foot asphalted runway.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates exceptionally consistent VFR conditions, with 94.7% of observations showing clear weather suitable for visual flight rules. Prevailing northwest winds at an average of 8.9 knots create stable atmospheric conditions, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 37°C and an average of 25.9°C. Winter months (November, December, January) demonstrate the most reliable flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation and geographic position contribute to predictable wind patterns, with northwest winds dominating at 315 degrees. Calm conditions occur 9.6% of the time, and maximum recorded wind speeds reach 40 knots. Average visibility consistently remains excellent at 9.4 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind component of just 5.2 knots. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related approach challenges, particularly during peak VFR months. The asphalted runway's length of 6,562 feet provides adequate landing and takeoff capabilities for most regional 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

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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.