What is the best time to go to Puerto Vallarta?

The best time to visit Puerto Vallarta is between April and June when the weather is pleasant and the room rates are affordable. During these months, rain is scarce and there are fewer tourists compared to the winter high season. If you're interested in whale watching, however, visit from December to March.



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PUERTO VALLARTA CLIMATE INFORMATION The rainy season runs from June through Mid-October, with virtually no precipitation the rest of the year. Even in rainy season, the rain normally falls in short bursts, most often at night, with most days being hot and dry.

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In Puerto Vallarta, the rainy season falls between June and mid-October and sometimes extends into November. The risk of hurricane strikes is usually highest in August and September, and there are some parts of Mexico that get hit more often than others.

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Usually September is Puerto Vallarta's rainiest time of year. The number of rainy days includes those when rainfall amounted to 0.004 inches (0.1 mm) or more.

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Puerto Vallarta also boasts some of the best restaurants in the country, featuring delicious traditional Mexican cuisine as well as international fare. The city's vibrant nightlife includes some of Latin America's best clubs, fiestas, and music festivals. The area's natural beauty is unparalleled.

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Cancun can be more humid than Puerto Vallarta, which can make a real difference when you're spending a lot of time outside. If you want to avoid high humidity, visit either Cancun or Puerto Vallarta during the months of December through April when it isn't as bad.

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Puerto Vallarta is located on beautiful Banderas Bay where the waters are calmer than the Pacific Ocean. The bay and beaches are perfect for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. Summers have less wave action and the water is clearer.

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Myth: It rains all day Fact: During rainy season, it does rain most days and more than in the other Puerto Vallarta seasons, but the rainfall generally lasts for just a few hours and typically only comes around at night.

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Puerto Vallarta is generally considered safe at night, however it is important to take the same precautions as you would in any other city. It is best to stay in well-lit areas, avoid walking alone, and be aware of your surroundings.

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Tropical Storms and Hurricane Safety Puerto Vallarta is protected and not located directly on the open ocean, so its chances of being hit by a hurricane are relatively low. The last one that hit causing significant damage was Hurricane Kenna in 2002…18 years ago.

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Puerto Vallarta located in the northern hemisphere, south of the northern tropic, at latitude 20 degrees. The swimming season in this location lasts all year round. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Puerto Vallarta is 80°F, by the seasons: in winter 75°F, in spring 76°F, in summer 85°F, in autumn 84°F.

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Puerto Vallarta Best luxury destination for a vacation in Mexico.

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