Puerto Vallarta Weather in January
Mexico · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (85°F)
Avg low18°C (64°F)
Rainfall12 mm (0.5 in)
RatingExcellent 9.2/10
In January, Puerto Vallarta has average highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F). The month is very dry, with about 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain spread over 2 days, one of the driest months of the year. You get roughly 10.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is January a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta. The weather rates excellent (9.2/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (85°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 18°C (64°F) |
| Daily mean | 23°C (73°F) |
| Rainfall | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 2 |
| Humidity | 63% |
| Cloud cover | 54% |
| Daylight | 10.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5.5 hours/day |
| Wind | 6.1 km/h |
| vs December | About as warm as December, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Puerto Vallarta in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Puerto Vallarta weather in other months
Jan29°C / 18°C12 mmExcellentFeb31°C / 18°C23 mmExcellentMar33°C / 19°C11 mmGoodApr35°C / 20°C2 mmFairMay36°C / 22°C15 mmFairJun34°C / 24°C158 mmPoorJul31°C / 24°C323 mmPoorAug30°C / 24°C356 mmPoorSep30°C / 24°C327 mmPoorOct31°C / 23°C132 mmPoorNov30°C / 20°C25 mmExcellentDec29°C / 18°C19 mmExcellent
← DecemberBest time to visit Puerto VallartaFebruary →
Nearby in January
- Zapopan25°C · 8 mm
- Guadalajara25°C · 8 mm
- Leon de los Aldama23°C · 7 mm
- Santiago de Queretaro24°C · 7 mm
- Cabo San Lucas25°C · 7 mm
- Mexico City22°C · 8 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.