Climate normals · 1970–2000
Puerto Vallarta Climate
Puerto Vallarta is a city in Mexico (14) with a population of about 224,166. Its average annual temperature is 24.5°C (76°F), with roughly 1203 mm of rain per year.
24.5°C
Avg Temp
1203
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Puerto Vallarta Climate
Puerto Vallarta has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F) and receives about 1203 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.5°C
Avg Temp
1203
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 21° / 70° | 24 mm |
| February | 21° / 70° | 12 mm |
| March | 22° / 71° | 3 mm |
| April | 23° / 74° | 1 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 5 mm |
| June | 27° / 80° | 151 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 275 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 289 mm |
| September | 27° / 81° | 305 mm |
| October | 27° / 80° | 91 mm |
| November | 24° / 76° | 24 mm |
| December | 22° / 72° | 23 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Puerto Vallarta
The most comfortable months to visit Puerto Vallarta are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 14°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Puerto Vallarta are typically February, March and January, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C and about 1203 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January.
In August, the hottest month, daily highs in Puerto Vallarta average about 32°C (90°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.