Puerto Vallarta Weather

Arial view of the Hotel on the beach.

January 4, 2018

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Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Weather

Puerto Vallarta is blessed with the best weather in the world. As a reference, Puerto Vallarta is located in the same latitude as the Island of Hawaii, therefore shares the same weather as this US Island.

Weather in Puerto Vallarta in November, December, January, February, March and April:

From November through April the weather in Puerto Vallarta is perfect! It averages between 16 degrees late at night and can go up to 30 degrees at noon. Skies are clear, not a a single cloud, the water temperature ranges year around in 26 degrees. This is the perfect weather to enjoy all of the many activities and the best beaches Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco has to offer.

In addition, from December through March, you can enjoy whale watching season in Puerto Vallarta. Humpback whales seek the warmer waters of the Pacific Ocean every year giving guests and locals the show of a lifetime.

Weather in Puerto Vallarta in May, June, July, August, September and October.

In the month of May, the temperature in Puerto Vallarta begins to change, it gets a little hotter, but still sunny with clear, blue skies. The average temperature is 28 degrees and can go up to 33 degrees at noon. No matter what time of the year it is, you should always bring sunblock and a hat while in Puerto Vallarta, the sun intensity is very strong.

At the end of June in Puerto Vallarta rainy season begins with slight rains at night that last approximately 25 to 35 minutes. We love it when it rains in Puerto Vallarta because it cools down quite a bit and makes nights more enjoyable.

July and August are hot months and it rains more frequently, usually at night. The beauty is that rain showers are not long lasting; it rains maybe for 1 hour and that’s it! In addition thunderstorms are amazing to watch from a balcony specially if you are oceanfront. During the day it is very sunny so you can still enjoy water activities, hiking, zip lining or any other outdoor activity you wish to do during your Puerto Vallarta vacations.

Are there hurricanes in Puerto Vallarta?

The answer to this question is simple; there are no hurricanes in Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco is located on Banderas Bay, surrounded by the Sierra Madre Mountains making it impossible for a hurricane to enter the bay.

What’s the weather like in September in Puerto Vallarta?

September is known as the quiet month in Puerto Vallarta. Occupancies are lower making it a perfect month to explore Puerto Vallarta without the crowds. Enjoy secluded beaches, the best restaurants, great service and more at your own pace. Without a doubt it is the best month to visit Puerto Vallarta and enjoy the green mountains, the colorful streets in downtown, beaches and of course the rivers!