General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport

MMML / MXL

Mexicali, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:44Z

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Current Weather

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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
5 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMML 042144Z 08005KT 10SM SKC 30/M05 A2986

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMML 041708Z 0418/0518 24008KT P6SM SKC BECMG 0502/0503 BKN220 FM050800 33005KT P6SM SKC FM051600 34010G20KT P6SM SKC TEMPO 0516/0518 5SM BLDU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
Ceiling: 22,000 ft
08:00Z FM050800
+9h
VFR 330° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MML
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
8,530 ft 148 ft CON 118°
4.7 kt 1.7 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 - MMML

3,586 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.8%
MVFR
1.8%
IFR
0.4%
LIFR
0%

General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 40°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 14.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.1%
NE
4.3%
E
8.1%
SE
9.4%
S
4.2%
SW
2.8%
W
20.4%
NW
22.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.7°C
Range: 2°C to 40°C
2°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

March October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 3,586 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMML
IATA Code: MXL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 74 ft MSL

Location

City: Mexicali
Country: MX
Latitude: 32.630629°
Longitude: -115.242805°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport

Overview

General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport serves Mexicali, located in the northwestern region of Mexico near the United States border. As a medium-sized airport situated at 74 feet MSL, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional and commercial operations in Baja California.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 97.5% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Wind patterns are consistently from the northwest at an average of 5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 20 knots and calm periods during 15.8% of observations. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 40°C, with an average of 21°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 10/28 is 8,530 feet long with a concrete surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft types. Its geographical position near the US-Mexico border and low elevation contribute to predictable and generally favorable flying conditions. Visibility averages 9.8 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 2.5 knots. October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect minimal meteorological challenges, with less than 0.4% of observations indicating IFR conditions and only 1.8% reporting fog.

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.