Month guide · Puerto Vallarta · Mexico
Puerto Vallarta in March
What March is really like in Puerto Vallarta: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Dry and sunny, with spring-break and Easter crowds and the end of the whale season.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 24°C (75°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in March
March is the coolest 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 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with February (28°C (82°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 07:10
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 19:11
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 24°C (75°F)
Dry season (November–April). Sunny, dry and pleasant, with cool evenings, whale watching from about December to March and peak prices.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 5 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Semana Santa — Easter week fills beaches with Mexican visitors (March or April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Waterfront · Marina Vallarta
Marina Vallarta boardwalk
Stroll it in the evening and pick a waterside restaurant for dinner as the boats come in.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- Food
- Views
Waterfront · Centro
The Malecón
Puerto Vallarta's seafront promenade runs for about a kilometre along the old town, lined with bronze and stone sculptures such as the seahorse rider and the ladder-climbing 'In Search of Reason'.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Couples
- After dark
- Art
- Kids
Religious site · Centro
Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
Visit during the first twelve days of December to see processions arriving with music and dancers.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
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Beach · Conchas Chinas and Amapas
Playa Conchas Chinas
Just south of Los Muertos, a string of small coves with rock formations, tide pools and clear water at low tide.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Off the beaten path
- Couples
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 17°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
One of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are April and November–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It is one of the best months to visit Puerto Vallarta. Dry and sunny, with spring-break and Easter crowds and the end of the whale season.
+How warm is Puerto Vallarta in March?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Puerto Vallarta in March?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.