Del Bajío International Airport

MMLO / BJX

Silao, MX

Last Updated
Jul 3, 23:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
23:40Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMLO 032340Z 32007KT 10SM BKN030CB BKN120 OVC250 19/15 A3029 RMK SLP126 57004 920 8/369

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,956 ft
BKN 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 12,000 ft AGL
OVC 25,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,956 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,956 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 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 overcast skies at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 7 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 23 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Light Rain, Mist, Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist, Haze between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
827 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,956 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,574 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,483 ft
ISA Deviation: +15.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD MMLO 031906Z 0319/0418 29008KT P6SM BKN030CB BKN250 TEMPO 0320/0324 4SM TSRA FM040000 05008KT 6SM -RA BKN030CB BKN080 FM040300 08004KT P6SM SCT030 BKN090 BKN250 BECMG 0408/0409 SCT100 TEMPO 0411/0415 3SM BR HZ FM041600 17006KT P6SM SCT120
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
03:00Z FM040300
+3h
VFR 80° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR
11:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 3SM
Mist, Haze

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
Active: 31
11,483 ft 148 ft ASP 134°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - MMLO

5,966 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.8%
MVFR
2%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Del Bajío International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 95 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 2°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are February, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 95 kt
Calm Winds: 21.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.2%
N
5.8%
S
9.8%
W
10.5%
NE
13.5%
NW
6.8%
SE
6.2%
SW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.3°C
Range: 2°C to 34°C
2°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

February April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,966 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.