Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Puerto Vallarta in February
Puerto Vallarta edges warmer than January, with highs of 90°F (32°C), lows of 68°F (20°C) and about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain.
At 71/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.0 in (25 mm)
- Humidity
- 60%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What February feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain.
Plan around February
February is one of Puerto Vallarta's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by March, the score drops to 63/100.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in January to 71/100.
- February sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 68°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Puerto Vallarta in February
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Vallarta Botanical Garden
Hillside gardens of orchids and native plants, with a river for swimming.
Why now February scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Zona Romántica
Cobbled old-town district of restaurants, shops and the Los Muertos Pier.
La Bodeguita del Medio
Cuban bar on the Malecón with mojitos and live son music.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Malecón
Seafront promenade lined with bronze sculptures, ending near the crown-topped church.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Isla del Río Cuale
River island with shaded paths, craft stalls and a small museum.
Nearby in February
- Tequila in February~91 mi · highs 84°F, 0.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Guadalajara in February~121 mi · highs 80°F, 0.7 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 71/100. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain. February is inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
How hot is Puerto Vallarta in February?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in February?
Not much: about 1.0 in (25 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.6 in (1388 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in February?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 68°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Puerto Vallarta
Routes in season in February
- Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta Nov – Apr
Planning Puerto Vallarta in February?
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