Nuevo Vallarta Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Nuevo Vallarta , Riviera Nayarit, Mexico, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 29°C (84°F), peaking in July at 30°C (86°F) and dipping in January to 26°C (79°F).
With around 1391 mm (55 in) of annual rainfall, Nuevo Vallarta has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has distinct dry (November to May) and wet (June to September) seasons. The wettest month is September.
Monthly Temperature in Nuevo Vallarta
With minimal seasonal shifts, Nuevo Vallarta experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C (79°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in July to 18°C (64°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Nuevo Vallarta
Nuevo Vallarta has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1391 mm (55 in) of rainfall per year. Nuevo Vallarta can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 340 mm (13 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 4 mm (0.2 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day days. For more details, please visit our Nuevo Vallarta Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Water Temperature in Nuevo Vallarta
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 24°C (75°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Nuevo Vallarta by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nuevo Vallarta .
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 70%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Nuevo Vallarta 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Nuevo Vallarta
With its warm weather, Nuevo Vallarta experiences temperatures from 26°C (79°F) to 30°C (86°F) throughout the year. January, February, March, April, May, November and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that June, July, August and September make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
