January · Mexico
Best time to visit Puerto Vallarta in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Vallarta in January
Average temperature 20°C, 7 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.3/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Puerto Vallarta scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puerto Vallarta sets a cobbled old town and malecón against Banderas Bay and the foothills of the Sierra Madre.
January in Puerto Vallarta — reliably good (6th best month)
January averages 20°C (69°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 7 mm for the month, with about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? April scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta in January?
- In January, Puerto Vallarta averages 20°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
- January earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Puerto Vallarta in January?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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