End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Puerto Vallarta in November
Little changes in Puerto Vallarta from October: highs stay near 90°F (32°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), and about 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain falls.
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 70/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (27 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~11 h
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What November feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 72°F (22°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is scarce: about 1.1 in (27 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around November
November is one of Puerto Vallarta's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 1.1 in (27 mm) after 5.2 in (131 mm) in October.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: November – February.
- Comfort improves from 48/100 in October to 70/100.
- November sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes90°F afternoons
- Sun hat and sunscreenmidday heat
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Puerto Vallarta in November
Afternoons run hot (90°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Isla del Río Cuale
River island with shaded paths, craft stalls and a small museum.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
La Bodeguita del Medio
Cuban bar on the Malecón with mojitos and live son music.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Malecón
Seafront promenade lined with bronze sculptures, ending near the crown-topped church.
Vallarta Botanical Garden
Hillside gardens of orchids and native plants, with a river for swimming.
Why now November scores 70/100 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 90°F and 1.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in November
- Tequila in November~91 mi · highs 82°F, 0.6 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Guadalajara in November~121 mi · highs 78°F, 0.6 in rain · 7°C (12°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 70/100. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain. November is inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
How hot is Puerto Vallarta in November?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in November?
Not much: about 1.1 in (27 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.6 in (1388 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (90°F afternoons), sun hat and sunscreen (midday heat), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Puerto Vallarta
Routes in season in November
- Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta Nov – Apr
Planning Puerto Vallarta in November?
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