Puerto Vallarta in February

In February, Puerto Vallarta averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night, with only about 4 rainy days.

Peak season

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

February is a great month to visit Puerto Vallarta: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

26°C
Avg high
18°C
Avg low
4
Rain days
24 mm
Rainfall

How February compares to the rest of the year in Puerto Vallarta

12th
warmest month of the 12
10th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
11 h 29 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in Puerto Vallarta (12th of 12) and one of the driest months (10th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (29°C). February runs roughly the same as January (26°C) and stays flat into March.

February sunrise & sunset in Puerto Vallarta

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:30 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:59 PM
Day length
11 h 29 min

Times shown for Puerto Vallarta local time (America/Mexico_City), calculated for the 15th of February. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Puerto Vallarta — February

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of February, in Puerto Vallarta's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:30 AM – 7:10 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:10 AM – 8:10 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
6:19 PM – 7:19 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
7:19 PM – 7:59 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Puerto Vallarta in February

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on February's tier (Peak season) and Puerto Vallarta's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
3-5 months
Flight prices are near their annual peak. Watch fare-alert tools, book directly when you see a fare under the typical range for this city.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
3-5 months
Reasonable selection still available at 3-4 months out, but central locations vanish first.

Crowds & pricing — February in Puerto Vallarta

Peak season

Puerto Vallarta is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.

Why this tier: excellent tourism weather beach-season conditions

Sun & mosquito risk — February in Puerto Vallarta

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.2
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●○○
Moderate
Active mosquito season. DEET 25-30% repellent recommended, especially at dawn/dusk.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Puerto Vallarta — February

25.1°C (77°F)
warm
comfortable for extended swimming

Across the year Puerto Vallarta's sea swings from 24.5°C (April) to 31.6°C (September) — February sits at 25.1°C.

Puerto Vallarta in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 26°C / 79°F 18°C / 64°F 10 mm 4
February 26°C / 79°F 18°C / 64°F 24 mm 4
March 27°C / 80°F 17°C / 63°F 19 mm 3
April 28°C / 82°F 19°C / 66°F 1 mm 2
May 29°C / 85°F 21°C / 70°F 10 mm 5
June 30°C / 86°F 24°C / 75°F 146 mm 21
July 31°C / 87°F 25°C / 76°F 190 mm 28
August 30°C / 87°F 25°C / 76°F 244 mm 30
September 30°C / 86°F 24°C / 76°F 279 mm 29
October 30°C / 85°F 24°C / 75°F 151 mm 23
November 29°C / 84°F 21°C / 71°F 27 mm 8
December 27°C / 81°F 19°C / 66°F 23 mm 6

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Puerto Vallarta in February?

In February, Puerto Vallarta averages a high of 26°C (79°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in February?

February is generally dry in Puerto Vallarta, with about 4 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?

February is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in February?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full February packing list for Puerto Vallarta for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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