Nuevo Vallarta Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Nuevo Vallarta . The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Nuevo Vallarta experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1391 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

The seasons in Nuevo Vallarta , bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 340 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 4 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

Annual Precipitation in Mexico

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Mexico. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Nuevo Vallarta ’s average annual precipitation is 1391 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Interesting weather facts

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Nuevo Vallarta ’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Nuevo Vallarta Climate page.