Del Bajío International Airport

MMLO / BJX

Silao, MX

Last Updated
Apr 22, 13:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
13:45Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
0 kt
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMLO 221345Z 00000KT 9SM FEW120 SCT250 16/11 A3033 RMK 8/039 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,956 ft
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,956 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
30,956 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Del Bajío International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 12,000 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
828 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,956 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,544 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,093 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMLO 220504Z 2206/2306 32005KT P6SM BKN080 OVC220 FM221200 00000KT P6SM SKC FM221800 23005KT P6SM SCT030 BKN090 FM230200 13005KT P6SM BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
18:00Z FM221800
+4h
VFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
02:00Z FM230200
+12h
VFR 130° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MLO
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 11,483 ft 148 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMLO

4,430 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
98.8%
MVFR
1%
IFR
0.1%
LIFR
0%

Del Bajío International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 98.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 91 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.5% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 2°C and 32°C with an average of 19.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 91 kt
Calm Winds: 22.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.5%
NE
15.3%
E
19.9%
SE
5.9%
S
7.9%
SW
7.4%
W
9.6%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 19.4°C
Range: 2°C to 32°C
2°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.1%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

February April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,430 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Del Bajío International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMLO
IATA Code: BJX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,956 ft MSL

Location

City: Silao
Country: MX
Latitude: 20.992695°
Longitude: -101.480284°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Del Bajío International Airport

Overview

Del Bajío International Airport serves as a key transportation hub located in Silao, Mexico, situated at an elevation of 5,956 feet mean sea level. The airport provides critical connectivity for the Bajío region, positioned strategically to support both commercial and general aviation operations. With a single runway (13/31) measuring 11,483 feet in length, the airport can accommodate a wide range of aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Del Bajío are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 98.1% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The prevailing winds are from the east (90°) at an average speed of 7.7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 81 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from 6°C to 29°C, with an average of 18.9°C, supporting consistent operational conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport's high elevation at 5,956 feet MSL requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Positioned at coordinates 20.992695, -101.480284, the airport is surrounded by terrain that may influence wind patterns and approach characteristics. The long runway (11,483 feet) provides substantial landing and takeoff options for various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 demonstrates highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of only 5.4 knots. January, November, and September represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should note the consistently high visibility average of 9.1 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility conditions.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.