Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Puerto Vallarta in March
Puerto Vallarta warms up: highs climb to 94°F (35°C), from 90°F in February, with lows of 69°F (21°C) and about 0.5 in (12 mm) of rain.
It scores 63/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 94°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 0.5 in (12 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What March feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 94°F (35°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 69°F (21°C), about 14°C (25°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.5 in (12 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – February).
- Comfort slips from 71/100 in February to 63/100.
- March sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes94°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 69°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Puerto Vallarta in March
Afternoons run hot (94°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Yelapa
Car-free cove village reached by water taxi, with a waterfall walk and beach.
Why now March scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Mismaloya
Small bay south of town with snorkeling at Los Arcos rock formations.
Why now Highs near 94°F and 0.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Islas Marietas
Protected volcanic islands with blue-footed boobies and the Hidden Beach.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Café des Artistes
French-Mexican restaurant in a garden setting, a Vallarta fixture since 1990.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 94°F.
Pancho's Takos
Late-night taco joint known for al pastor carved off the trompo.
Why now A break from 94°F afternoons.
Nearby in March
- Tequila in March~91 mi · highs 89°F, 0.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Guadalajara in March~121 mi · highs 85°F, 0.3 in rain · 5°C (10°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 63/100 against a best of 76 in November – February. Expect highs of 94°F (35°C) and 0.5 in (12 mm) of rain. March is inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
How hot is Puerto Vallarta in March?
Average highs are 94°F (35°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in March?
Not much: about 0.5 in (12 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.6 in (1388 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (94°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 69°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Puerto Vallarta
Routes in season in March
- Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta Nov – Apr
Planning Puerto Vallarta in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.