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Puerto Vallarta in February
What February is really like in Puerto Vallarta: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Another Believer, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 16°C (61°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. One of the most comfortable months, with whales in the bay and peak demand for hotels.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 16°C (61°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 24°C (75°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in February
February is the 11th-warmest month in Puerto Vallarta: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 16°C (61°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 28 days. Compared with January (28°C (82°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:31
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:59
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 24°C (75°F)
Storm season (September–October). The peak of hurricane risk and humidity in September, easing in October; hotel prices are at their lowest.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
February has no major recurring festival in Puerto Vallarta, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Beach · Mismaloya
Mismaloya
A cove 12 km south of town where John Huston filmed 'The Night of the Iguana' in 1963, the film that put Puerto Vallarta on the map.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Outdoors
Beach · Boca de Tomatlán
Boca de Tomatlán and Playa Colomitos
Wear proper shoes for the rocky trail and take a water taxi back from Las Ánimas.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Active
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Beach · South Bay
Playa Las Ánimas
A long, sandy beach reachable only by boat or trail, lined with palapa seafood restaurants.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Food
- Outdoors
Experience · Marina Vallarta
Whale watching in the bay
Choose a certified operator that follows the whale-watching distance rules; small boats give a closer, quieter experience.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Nature
- Kids
- Iconic
- Outdoors
The sea averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Puerto Vallarta.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 16°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
One of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta. The other best months are March–April and November–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It is one of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta. One of the most comfortable months, with whales in the bay and peak demand for hotels.
+How warm is Puerto Vallarta in February?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 16°C (61°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in February?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.