Verdict: Excellent month
Puerto Vallarta Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Puerto Vallarta — highs around 26°C (79°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~1 wet day in an average year. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Puerto Vallarta.
Average high
26°C / 79°F
Average low
18°C / 64°F
Rain days
~1
Precipitation
20 mm
What to pack for Puerto Vallarta in January
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Puerto Vallarta: Jul (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (26°C / 79°F) · Wettest: Aug (~26 rain days)
26°
18°
Jan
26°
17°
Feb
26°
17°
Mar
27°
18°
Apr
29°
20°
May
30°
24°
Jun
31°
25°
Jul
30°
25°
Aug
30°
25°
Sep
30°
24°
Oct
29°
21°
Nov
27°
19°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)