General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport

MMTJ / TIJ

Tijuana, MX

Last Updated
Apr 21, 15:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
15:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMTJ 211545Z 00000KT 10SM SCT023 17/10 A3009 RMK 8/500 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 489 ft
SCT 2,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,789 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Haze, Light Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 03:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Rain between 08:00Z 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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (489 ft)
Pressure Alt
317 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 674 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR MMTJ 211607Z 2112/2212 36005KT P6SM BKN020 TX22/2122Z TN14/2212Z FM211500 30005KT P6SM SCT020 FM211800 25012KT P6SM SCT200 FM220300 30008KT 6SM HZ BKN020 TEMPO 2203/2207 4SM -RA OVC010 FM220800 30008KT 5SM HZ BKN020 BKN080 PROB40 2208/2212 5SM -RA OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
18:00Z FM211800
+2h
VFR 250° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM220300
+11h
MVFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Haze
03:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Light Rain

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 9,711 ft 144 ft CON 99°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
99° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMTJ

6,346 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.9%
MVFR
15%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
6%

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 73 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.8% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 73 kt
Calm Winds: 20.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.3%
NE
3%
E
14.5%
SE
7.5%
S
4%
SW
7.4%
W
30.2%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.8°C
Range: 4°C to 35°C
4°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 11.6%

Best Months for VFR

February April October

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 6,346 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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

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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.