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Best Time to Visit
Puerto Vallarta

Visit in April — score 94/100 · avg high 94°F · 1 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

86°/53°F
3 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

89°/54°F
6 rain days
11.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#3
92°/55°F
3 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

#1
94°/58°F
1 rain days
12.5h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

#2
96°/62°F
4 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

95°/66°F
30 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

88°/67°F
31 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

87°/67°F
31 rain days
12.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

87°/67°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

87°/62°F
31 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

86°/57°F
6 rain days
11.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

85°/54°F
5 rain days
10.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8068°86°53°31210.9hHighAverage
February7669°89°54°62311.3hHighAverage
March8472°92°55°31111.9hHighAbove avg
April9475°94°58°1312.5hHighAverage
May9078°96°62°41613.0hModerateBelow avg
June5077°95°66°3017113.2hModerateBelow avg
July4875°88°67°3132013.1hModerateBelow avg
August4675°87°67°3135312.7hModerateBelow avg
September4774°87°67°3033512.1hModerateBelow avg
October4274°87°62°3113511.5hModerateAverage
November7871°86°57°62511.0hModerateAverage
December7368°85°54°52010.8hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
90/100
High
94°F
Low
58°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Puerto Vallarta (March, April, May) brings average highs of 94°F and lows of 58°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 90/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 94/100.

Summer

Score
48/100
High
90°F
Low
67°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Puerto Vallarta (June, July, August) brings average highs of 90°F and lows of 67°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 50/100.

Fall

Score
56/100
High
86°F
Low
62°F
Rain days
22/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Puerto Vallarta (September, October, November) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 62°F, with about 22 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 56/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Winter

Score
76/100
High
87°F
Low
53°F
Rain days
5/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Puerto Vallarta (December, January, February) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 53°F, with about 5 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 76/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 80/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Puerto Vallarta?
The best month to visit Puerto Vallarta is April, with an overall travel score of 94/100. Expect average highs of 94°F, about 1 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Puerto Vallarta expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Puerto Vallarta are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta in December?
December in Puerto Vallarta has average highs of 85°F and lows of 54°F, with approximately 5 rainy days and 10.8 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 73/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
The most affordable time to visit Puerto Vallarta is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is October (score: 42/100).

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