Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Puerto Vallarta in October
Little changes in Puerto Vallarta from September: highs stay near 91°F (33°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), and about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 48/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 5.2 in (131 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 31 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What October 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.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 77°F (25°C).
With 81% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.2 in (131 mm) across the month.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are November – February.
- Comfort improves from 24/100 in September to 48/100.
- Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 91°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics81% 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 October
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Yelapa
Car-free cove village reached by water taxi, with a waterfall walk and beach.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 91°F.
Islas Marietas
Protected volcanic islands with blue-footed boobies and the Hidden Beach.
Why now Best first thing, before the 91°F afternoon heat.
Café des Artistes
French-Mexican restaurant in a garden setting, a Vallarta fixture since 1990.
Vallarta Botanical Garden
Hillside gardens of orchids and native plants, with a river for swimming.
Zona Romántica
Cobbled old-town district of restaurants, shops and the Los Muertos Pier.
Nearby in October
- Tequila in October~91 mi · highs 82°F, 2.2 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Guadalajara in October~121 mi · highs 79°F, 2.0 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It's middling, scoring 48/100. The best months are November – February, at up to 76. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain. Our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends Nov – Apr, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Puerto Vallarta in October?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in October?
Yes: about 5.2 in (131 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.6 in (1388 mm).
What should I pack for Puerto Vallarta in October?
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 (81% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
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