May · Mexico
Best time to visit Puerto Vallarta in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puerto Vallarta in May
Average temperature 26°C, 37 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.8/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 37 mm
- Humidity
- 49%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Puerto Vallarta scores 9.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 26°C, 37 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.
May is one of the strongest months in Puerto Vallarta (2nd)
With 26°C (78°F) on average, May delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
With around 37 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Puerto Vallarta at 9.8/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puerto Vallarta in May?
- In May, Puerto Vallarta averages 26°C, 37 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
- May earns a 9.8/10 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 May?
- Expect about 37 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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