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Puerto Vallarta in May
Puerto Vallarta weather in May - Mexico
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Puerto Vallarta Weather in May

Plan your May trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 30°C (high) to 21°C (low), with 2% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. The Coastal Waters averages 27°C in May. Great conditions with only 0 rainy days expected.

Avg High
30°C

Hottest around day 15

Avg Low
21°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days
0days

2% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

27.1°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel
🌴Tropical

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

Puerto Vallarta May Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
clear-day
Sunny
29°C0%
Day 2
clear-day
Sunny
29°C0%
Day 3
clear-day
Sunny
29°C0%
Day 4
clear-day
Sunny
29°C0%
Day 5
clear-day
Sunny
29°C0%
Day 6
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 7
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 8
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 9
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 10
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 11
clear-day
Sunny
30°C0%
Day 12
clear-day
Sunny
30°C0%
Day 13
clear-day
Sunny
30°C0%
Day 14
clear-day
Sunny
30°C0%
Day 15
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 16
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 17
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 18
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 19
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 20
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 21
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 22
clear-day
Sunny
30°C0%
Day 23
clear-day
Sunny
30°C0%
Day 24
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 25
clear-day
Sunny
30°C1%
Day 26
clear-day
Sunny
30°C2%
Day 27
clear-day
Sunny
30°C4%
Day 28
clear-day
Sunny
30°C9%
Day 29
clear-day
Sunny
30°C10%
Day 30
clear-day
Sunny
30°C11%
Day 31
clear-day
Sunny
30°C10%

Essential Travel Info for Puerto Vallarta

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Currency

MXN

$ Mexican peso

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.612

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic
38/ 100
Traffic Index

Quieter airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

Mar

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

81
Jan
89
Feb
95
Mar
73
Apr
76
May
72
Jun
42
Jul
75
Aug
75
Sep
75
Oct
75
Nov
75
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Mexico City Licenciado Benito Juarez (MEX)
Monterrey General Mariano Escobedo (MTY)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Guadalajara Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla (GDL)
Denver (DEN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations
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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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Puerto Vallarta?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs
Short Answer

⚠️ May falls in Puerto Vallarta's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 30°C with 2% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.

Decision Factors

Eastern Pacific Hurricane season active

Eastern Pacific zone - expect potential eastern pacific hurricane activity

Oppressive heat and humidity

29.9°C with 77% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 29.9°C

Heat index: 37°C due to 77% humidity

Warm tropical seas

27.1°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Excellent dry conditions

Only 2% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Good For

  • 🏖️
    Beach lovers

    27.1°C warm seas and 2% rain probability

  • 🥾
    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 29.9°C, 2% rain chance

  • 📸
    Photographers

    11.7h sunshine, 63% clear skies for golden hour shots

  • 💑
    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 100/100 with romantic weather conditions

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    Heat index of 37°C poses health risks

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Storm season may cause flight disruptions

  • 🌡️
    Heat-sensitive visitors

    37°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Puerto Vallarta in May averages 30°C with 2% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Puerto Vallarta in May

What are the temperatures in Puerto Vallarta in May?

Daytime highs average 30°C, nights drop to 21°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Puerto Vallarta in May?

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

What to wear in Puerto Vallarta in May?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is May peak season in Puerto Vallarta?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.