General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport

MMMM / MLM

Morelia, MX

Last Updated
Jun 9, 20:46Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
20:46Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
3 kt
240°
6 SM
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMMM 092046Z 24003KT 6SM BKN025 OVC080 22/17 A3016 RMK SLP072 57010 914 8/57/ PCN 3RD QUAD OCNL DROPS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,033 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,533 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,033 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 6 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain, Light Rain, Haze, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 21:00Z and 01:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
820 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,033 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,801 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,089 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMMM 091738Z 0918/1018 00000KT P6SM OVC080 FM092000 18010KT P6SM BKN020CB OVC080 TEMPO 0921/1001 5SM RA FM100200 00000KT 5SM -RA OVC020 FM100600 00000KT 5SM HZ OVC020 TEMPO 1010/1014 1SM BR OVC008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
02:00Z FM100200
+4h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Rain
06:00Z FM100600
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Haze
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MMM
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
11,155 ft 148 ft ASP 54°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMMM

7,772 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.1%
MVFR
11.1%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0%

General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 30.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
6%
N
9.2%
S
12.3%
W
10.8%
NE
5.6%
NW
7.4%
SE
6.3%
SW
12.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 17°C
Range: 0°C to 34°C
0°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 6.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

February March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,772 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMMM
IATA Code: MLM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,033 ft MSL

Location

City: Morelia
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.849899°
Longitude: -101.025002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 11,155 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport

Overview

General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport serves Morelia, Mexico, situated at a high elevation of 6,033 feet MSL. The airport provides medium-sized airport infrastructure for regional and commercial aviation operations in the central Mexican plateau region. Its strategic location and substantial runway length of 11,155 feet accommodate a variety of aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport predominantly experiences Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 82.3% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Pilots can expect consistent southern winds averaging 4.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature variations range from 0°C to 29°C, with an average of 15.5°C, and visibility typically around 6.6 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 6,033 feet requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Its single runway (05/23) is asphalted and offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The surrounding terrain of the Mexican plateau may present potential orographic wind and turbulence considerations for approaching aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers excellent wind coverage, with an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. The best Visual Flight Rules months are December, October, and November, providing optimal flying conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility during foggy periods, which occur in approximately 5% of observations.

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.