🇺🇸 Miami vs Puerto Vallarta 🇲🇽

Miami, United States vs Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Miami is drier, with roughly 37 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 Miami🇲🇽 Puerto Vallarta
Avg annual high29°C29°C
Hottest monthAugust (33°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (16°C low)March (17°C low)
Rainy days / year126163
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Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberJanuary, February, March

🇺🇸 Miami

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in August (33°C), coldest lows in January (16°C).

🇲🇽 Puerto Vallarta

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in March (17°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Miami or Puerto Vallarta warmer?

Miami and Puerto Vallarta have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Miami or Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is rainier — Miami sees about 37 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Miami vs Puerto Vallarta?

Miami is best around January, February, December; Puerto Vallarta is best around January, February, March.

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