The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Puerto Vallarta. Temperatures drop (30°C) and rain returns (31% of days). Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
October ranks 9 out of 12 months in Puerto Vallarta. Compared to September: 21 pts fewer rainy days, +2.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
24°
Sea
31°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 24
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Puerto Vallarta is April (9.4/10), 4.0 pts higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Mexico
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 26°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 56%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Puerto Vallarta ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MexicoTropical climate with a 9.4 → 4.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
20.65°N · 105.23°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
April is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 9.3h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Puerto Vallarta get in April?
Puerto Vallarta averages 9.3 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Puerto Vallarta?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Puerto Vallarta in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Puerto Vallarta good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Puerto Vallarta scores 8.6/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.2/10.
When should you avoid Puerto Vallarta?
August is the most difficult month to visit Puerto Vallarta, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Puerto Vallarta in October?
In October, the sea averages 31°C in Puerto Vallarta: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Puerto Vallarta in October?
The average UV index reaches 7 in October in Puerto Vallarta (high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.