The weather in May in Puerto Vallarta

It's hot in May in Puerto Vallarta with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.

May is an awesome month to be in Puerto Vallarta for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much 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 May 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 37°C in 2023, Puerto Vallarta reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 24°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Puerto Vallarta is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 12 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.

Daily weather in May for Puerto Vallarta

Click on any day in May 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.

May weather comparison

  Puerto Vallarta New York
Average temperature 31°C 22°C
Max. temperature 31°C 28°C
Min. temperature 19°C -5°C
Total precipitation 12 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 3 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Puerto Vallarta with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Vallarta is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°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 10 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 May 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 May in Puerto Vallarta

Temperature in May in Puerto Vallarta over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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 May in Puerto Vallarta

Total precipitation in May in Puerto Vallarta over the years

Daily UV index in May in Puerto Vallarta

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.