General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport

MMTJ / TIJ

Tijuana, MX

Last Updated
Jul 28, 11:45Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
11:45Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
4 SM
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMTJ 281145Z 00000KT 4SM OVC008 20/18 A2990 RMK SLP127 57011 968 8/6// HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 489 ft
OVC 800 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,289 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 800 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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, Mist, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Haze between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist, Haze between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (489 ft)
Pressure Alt
497 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,214 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR MMTJ 281155Z 2812/2912 00000KT 4SM HZ OVC008 TX28/2820Z TN22/2912Z TEMPO 2812/2816 3SM HZ OVC006 FM281600 28004KT P6SM SCT010 FM282000 27010KT P6SM SCT250 FM290600 25005KT 6SM HZ SCT010 BECMG 2908/2909 4SM HZ OVC008 TEMPO 2909/2912 3SM BR HZ OVC006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:20Z BASE
+0h
IFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 800 ft
Haze
16:00Z FM281600
+4h
VFR 280° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM282000
+8h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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

8,720 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.1%
MVFR
18%
IFR
5.4%
LIFR
4.5%

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 73 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 73 kt
Calm Winds: 17.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
11%
N
4.3%
S
3.9%
W
36.6%
NE
2.3%
NW
9.7%
SE
5.9%
SW
9.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.4°C
Range: 4°C to 35°C
4°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 8.2%

Best Months for VFR

April February October

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 8,720 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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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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.