Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport

MMIA / CLQ

Colima, MX

Last Updated
May 14, 20:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
20:40Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
10 kt
250°
5 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMIA 142040Z 25010KT 5SM FEW020CB FEW180 32/22 A2989 RMK 8/320 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,467 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 18,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,467 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,467 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 5 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 10 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft (CB), few at 18,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
930 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,467 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,505 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,137 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +21.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MMIA 141657Z 1418/1518 00000KT P6SM SCT100 FM142000 24010KT P6SM SCT020 TEMPO 1422/1502 4SM TSRA BKN015CB FM150300 00000KT P6SM SCT100 BKN200 TEMPO 1512/1516 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
22:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
03:00Z FM150300
+6h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MIA
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
7,546 ft 148 ft ASP 73°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMIA

3,447 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.6%
MVFR
20.5%
IFR
0.8%
LIFR
0.1%

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 39°C with an average of 25.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 38.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
1.7%
E
0.6%
SE
0.2%
S
2.4%
SW
8.7%
W
37.5%
NW
0.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 17°C to 39°C
17°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 5.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,447 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MMIA
IATA Code: CLQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,467 ft MSL

Location

City: Colima
Country: MX
Latitude: 19.277000°
Longitude: -103.577002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,546 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport

Overview

Licenciado Miguel de la Madrid International Airport serves the Colima region in Mexico, situated at an elevation of 2,467 feet mean sea level. The medium-sized airport supports regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations in western Mexico. Its strategic location provides essential air transportation infrastructure for the surrounding geographic area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 70.2% of observations supporting clear weather operations. Winds are typically westerly at 9.2 knots, with occasional calm periods covering 43.7% of observations. Temperature variations range from 17°C to 39°C, with an average of 25°C, creating generally stable atmospheric conditions for flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25 is 7,546 feet long with an asphalt surface, accommodating a variety of aircraft types. Its favorable wind alignment means 100% of wind conditions support runway operations with minimal crosswind complications. The airport's elevation of 2,467 feet MSL requires standard high-altitude flight planning considerations for aircraft performance.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visual conditions during winter months (November, December, January), with consistent westerly winds providing predictable approach characteristics. The average crosswind on runway 07/25 is minimal at 3.1 knots, allowing straightforward landing techniques. Visibility averages 5.9 statute miles, with only 1.1% of observations showing restricted 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.