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Puerto Vallarta weather in August (Jalisco, Mexico)

Looking to travel to Puerto Vallarta in August? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Puerto Vallarta typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Puerto Vallarta in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 350 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Puerto Vallarta. January, February, March, April, May, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Puerto Vallarta climate page with graphs.

 

Puerto Vallarta, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 350 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 70%  

Where to go in Mexico in August

Find out more about the weather in Mexico in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Puerto Vallarta in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 30°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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