October could be a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +90°F, and there are typically 4 sunny days in October. However, expect about 23 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 160 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+63°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
160 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Puerto Vallarta has OK weather in October.
Average temperature in Puerto Vallarta in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Puerto Vallarta for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in October is +90°F with a maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +70°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +93°F to +91°F.
Is Puerto Vallarta warm or cold in October?
Puerto Vallarta is typically hot in October.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +77°F to +75°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
October is one of the warmest months in Puerto Vallarta, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Puerto Vallarta in October
Puerto Vallarta weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+90°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+63°F
+57°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+97°F
+95°F
Rainfall
376 mm
160 mm
32 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
86%
85%
84%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
0
4
11
Cloudy days
0
4
10
Rainy days
27
23
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as ok as in September.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +90°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 376 mm to 160 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 86% to 85%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 0 to 4.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Puerto Vallarta in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Puerto Vallarta is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Puerto Vallarta based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 580 mm, with a 77% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 135 mm, which is considered heavy rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 24 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Puerto Vallarta wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 90% chance of precipitation and 376 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Puerto Vallarta?
This is the weather in Puerto Vallarta in October 2023:
1 October
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+92°F
2 October
🌧️
+90°F
3 October
☁️
+93°F
4 October
🌧️
+88°F
5 October
☁️
+90°F
6 October
☁️
+93°F
7 October
🌧️
+90°F
8 October
🌧️
+88°F
9 October
🌧️
+89°F
10 October
☁️
+85°F
11 October
☁️
+88°F
12 October
🌧️
+88°F
13 October
☀️
+90°F
14 October
☁️
+89°F
15 October
☁️
+93°F
16 October
☁️
+94°F
17 October
☁️
+92°F
18 October
☁️
+87°F
19 October
☁️
+85°F
20 October
☁️
+90°F
21 October
☁️
+90°F
22 October
☁️
+91°F
23 October
🌧️
+89°F
24 October
☁️
+89°F
25 October
☁️
+89°F
26 October
☁️
+90°F
27 October
☁️
+90°F
28 October
☁️
+90°F
29 October
🌧️
+89°F
30 October
🌧️
+90°F
31 October
🌧️
+91°F
In October 2023 Puerto Vallarta had 2 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Puerto Vallarta climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Puerto Vallarta in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2019 (+87°F) and the highest in 2023 (+90°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 846 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 2461 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Puerto Vallarta in October:
Is October a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
It’s always a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Puerto Vallarta in October?
Absolutely, October is hot in Puerto Vallarta. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Puerto Vallarta rainy in October?
Puerto Vallarta is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Puerto Vallarta in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Puerto Vallarta in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Puerto Vallarta, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.