General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport

MMTJ / TIJ

Tijuana, MX

Last Updated
May 15, 02:42Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
02:42Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
260°
8 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MMTJ 150242Z 26008KT 8SM FEW020 16/12 A3001 RMK SLP170 52001 961 8/500 HZY

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 489 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,489 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 8 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (489 ft)
Pressure Alt
407 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 644 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF COR MMTJ 150252Z 1500/1600 25010KT P6SM SCT020 TX20/1521Z TN16/1512Z BECMG 1504/1505 23005KT BKN020 FM150900 00000KT 6SM HZ OVC010 BECMG 1514/1515 20005KT OVC020 FM151800 24010KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
04:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR 230° 5 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
09:00Z FM150900
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Haze
14:00Z BECMG
+11h
MVFR 200° 5 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

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
Active: 27
9,711 ft 144 ft CON 99°
7.9 kt 1.4 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 - MMTJ

6,951 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.8%
MVFR
15.6%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
5.5%

General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 73 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.4% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 73 kt
Calm Winds: 19.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.4%
NE
2.8%
E
13.6%
SE
7%
S
3.9%
SW
8.1%
W
31.9%
NW
8.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.8°C
Range: 4°C to 35°C
4°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

April February October

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 6,951 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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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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.