Puerto Vallarta Weather

[TammyWright]

Puerto Vallarta Weather

 

Puerto Vallarta sits on the Costa Dorada of Mexico, at the mid-point of Banderas Bay, where the Pacific Ocean washes the border between Jalisco and Nayarit. Located on the same latitude as the Hawaiian Islands (20 degrees north), its sub-tropical climate is often compared to Hawaii's. more information>>

 

Winter - (December 22 - March 21)

Spring - (March 22 - June 21)

Summer - (June 22- September 21)

Autumn - (September 22 - December 21)

 

Puerto Vallarta (as is Nuevo Vallarta) is surrounded by jungle, and receives considerable rain. The rainy season is June to September, rainiest in September. December and January, the peak tourist season, are hot and sunny. Weather in Spring and Autumn includes moderate temperatures. While the rain can spoil a day at the beach, the storms can be quite beautiful, with rain seeming to march across the hills and lightning illuminating the sky. Runoff from the rains can turn the seawater brown in some areas, detracting somewhat from the beauty of the beaches and sea. Temperatures reach 90 degrees F (32 C) during the summer, and the humidity can add to the perception of heat. During the winter, weather changes significantly and temperatures are in the low to mid 80's F (28-30 C), quite comfortable for a stroll on the beach. Nighttime temperatures in Puerto and Nuevo Vallarta range from the 60's to the mid 70's (19-24 C).

[chrisnessa]

This was very helpful. January 5 and I wasnt sure what to expect. I'm hearing to have the ladies bring a shawl for their shoulders in the evening. Anyone have a chilly evening in January?