What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta in January?

Expect temperatures between 17°C and 26°C with 3% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta in January?

Puerto Vallarta in January scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Puerto Vallarta in January?

January in Puerto Vallarta is ideal for: Beach lovers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Puerto Vallarta Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

26°C

Hottest around day 3

Avg Low

17°C

Coolest around day 14

Rainy Days

0days

3% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

24.8°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

☀️Warm

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Puerto Vallarta coastline

Essential Travel Info for Puerto Vallarta

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Currency

MXN

$ Mexican peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

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Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.612

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Mexico.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Mexico.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Mexico. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Mexico.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Mexico take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua stateRare in the states of Oaxaca, Sinaloa, Sonora, and TabascoNo malaria transmission along the U.S.–Mexico borderDrug resistanceNoneSpeciesP. vivax(100%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisCampeche, Chiapas, and the southern part of Chihuahua state: Atovaquone-proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2All other areas with malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Puerto Vallarta?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(64/100)

Short Answer

January perfect for Puerto Vallarta's beaches - 24.8°C water temperature, 26°C days, minimal 3% rain. Book beachfront early as this is peak coastal season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Peak tourist season

85% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 3% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Pleasant swimming conditions

24.8°C sea temperature

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

Good For

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Beach lovers
24.8°C warm seas and 3% rain probability
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 26.3°C, 3% rain chance
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Photographers
9.5h sunshine, 55% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 100/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Puerto Vallarta in January averages 26°C with 3% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Puerto Vallarta in January

What are the temperatures in Puerto Vallarta in January?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 17°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Puerto Vallarta in January?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Puerto Vallarta in January?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is January peak season in Puerto Vallarta?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Puerto Vallarta Weather in January