Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Puerto Vallarta in July
Puerto Vallarta cools off: highs slip to 91°F (33°C), from 96°F in June, with lows of 79°F (26°C) and about 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 26/100 (10th 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
- 12.5 in (317 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 08 min
- Comfort score
- 26/100 · Tough
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 91°F (33°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
Humidity averages 81%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
It's a very wet month, with around 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 81%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – February.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 39.1 in (994 mm) in total.
- Humidity season begins: 81% on average, up from 70% in June.
- Comfort slips from 39/100 in June to 26/100.
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes91°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics81% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes12.5 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Puerto Vallarta in July
With 12.5 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
La Bodeguita del Medio
Cuban bar on the Malecón with mojitos and live son music.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 12.5 in of rain.
Pancho's Takos
Late-night taco joint known for al pastor carved off the trompo.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Malecón
Seafront promenade lined with bronze sculptures, ending near the crown-topped church.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 12.5 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 July.
Yelapa
Car-free cove village reached by water taxi, with a waterfall walk and beach.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 91°F.
Nearby in July
- Tequila in July~91 mi · highs 83°F, 9.0 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Guadalajara in July~121 mi · highs 79°F, 8.1 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 26/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are November – February. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Puerto Vallarta in July?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in July?
Yes: about 12.5 in (317 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.6 in (1388 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (91°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (81% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (12.5 in of rain on average).
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