Playa de Oro International Airport

MMZO / ZLO

Manzanillo, MX

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:40Z

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Current Weather

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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
300°
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR MMZO 040140Z 30006KT 8SM SKC 25/22 A2982

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMZO 040434Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM BKN020 FM041799 21010KT P6SM SKC FM050300 00000KT P6SM SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
17:00Z FM041799
+7h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MZO
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 106°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - MMZO

2,151 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.2%
MVFR
6.8%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0%

Playa de Oro International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 96 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 37°C with an average of 27.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, December, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 96 kt
Calm Winds: 31.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.2%
NE
1.7%
E
1.1%
SE
14.2%
S
6.8%
SW
14.5%
W
19.5%
NW
3.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 18°C to 37°C
18°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November December March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,151 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Playa de Oro International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMZO
IATA Code: ZLO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Manzanillo
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.144800°
Longitude: -104.558998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Playa de Oro International Airport

Overview

Playa de Oro International Airport serves Manzanillo, Mexico, as a medium-sized airport situated at 30 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 19.144800, -104.558998, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the coastal region of Colima state. Its single runway 10/28 extends 7,218 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting regional and commercial air transportation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at MMZO are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 92.6% of observations showing clear conditions. Prevailing winds from the west (270°) average 9.2 knots, with a maximum recorded gust of 96 knots. Temperature ranges between 18°C and 37°C, averaging 28.1°C, creating consistent and stable flying environments throughout the year.

Notable Features

The coastal location of Playa de Oro International Airport introduces specific geographic considerations for pilots. Its low elevation of 30 feet MSL and proximity to the Pacific Ocean contribute to generally stable atmospheric conditions. The airport experiences calm wind conditions 33.6% of the time, which can affect approach and departure planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 5.5 knots. November through January represent the most consistently excellent VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 9.6 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 0.1% of observations below 3 statute miles).

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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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.