Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Puerto Vallarta in August
The year's rain peaks now, with about 13.5 in (343 mm) falling in Puerto Vallarta, alongside highs near 91°F (33°C) and lows of 79°F (26°C).
With a comfort score of 24/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 13.5 in (343 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 24/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 91°F (33°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 79°F (26°C).
With 84% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's a very wet month, with around 13.5 in (343 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 84%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from July (26 → 24/100).
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 91°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Puerto Vallarta in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Pancho's Takos
Late-night taco joint known for al pastor carved off the trompo.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 13.5 in of rain.
La Bodeguita del Medio
Cuban bar on the Malecón with mojitos and live son music.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Zona Romántica
Cobbled old-town district of restaurants, shops and the Los Muertos Pier.
Malecón
Seafront promenade lined with bronze sculptures, ending near the crown-topped church.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 13.5 in of rain.
Isla del Río Cuale
River island with shaded paths, craft stalls and a small museum.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
Nearby in August
- Tequila in August~91 mi · highs 83°F, 7.6 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Guadalajara in August~121 mi · highs 79°F, 6.7 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~884 m to Puerto Vallarta's ~8 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Puerto Vallarta in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 24/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – February. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and 13.5 in (343 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Puerto Vallarta in August?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in August?
Yes: about 13.5 in (343 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.6 in (1388 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 91°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
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