March · Mexico
Best time to visit Puerto Vallarta in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Vallarta in March
Average temperature 22°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 45% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.7/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 45%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Puerto Vallarta scores 9.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 22°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 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.
March ranks 3rd of 12 for Puerto Vallarta — one of the best windows
With 22°C (72°F) on average, March delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Puerto Vallarta at 9.7/10 (3rd of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta in March?
- In March, Puerto Vallarta averages 22°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.7/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
- March earns a 9.7/10 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 March?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 45% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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