MexicoThe weather in January in Puerto Vallarta
It's warm in January in Puerto Vallarta with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Puerto Vallarta. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2015, Puerto Vallarta reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Puerto Vallarta is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Puerto Vallarta
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Puerto Vallarta. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Puerto Vallarta | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 20 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Puerto Vallarta with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 17°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°C, with nights around 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Vallarta is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Puerto Vallarta
Temperature in January in Puerto Vallarta over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Puerto Vallarta
Total precipitation in January in Puerto Vallarta over the years
Daily UV index in January in Puerto Vallarta
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Puerto Vallarta, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Puerto Vallarta by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Puerto Vallarta. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.