Puerto Vallarta is a city located on the west coast of Mexico in the state of Jalisco. It is situated in the Bahía de Banderas, a large bay on the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and colonial architecture.
Puerto Vallarta is a major port city and was originally founded in 1851 under the name Las Peñas de Santa María de Guadalupe. It was a small fishing village until the 1960s when it began to be developed as a tourist destination. In the 1970s, Hollywood celebrities began to visit Puerto Vallarta, making it even more popular.
The city is known for its beautiful beaches, including Playa de los Muertos, Playa Camarones, and Playa Mismaloya. There are also several other attractions, such as the Malecon, a boardwalk along the waterfront, and El Centro, the city’s downtown area.
The climate in Puerto Vallarta is tropical, with warm temperatures year-round. The city is known for its lush vegetation and tropical rainforests, making it a popular spot for eco-tourism.
Puerto Vallarta has a rich history, with many important events in its past. In 1824, it was the site of the Battle of Las Peñas, which was fought between Mexican forces and Spanish invaders. In 1910, it was the site of the Battle of Puerto Vallarta, which was part of the Mexican Revolution.
Puerto Vallarta is a vibrant and beautiful city, with something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach vacation or an exciting nightlife, Puerto Vallarta is the perfect destination.
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Puerto Vallarta in Mexico has a tropical savanna climate, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. Spring (March-May): The average temperature during spring is around 25°C (77°F) with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Summer (June-August): The average temperature is around 30°C (86°F) with high humidity and frequent showers and thunderstorms. Fall (September-November): The average temperature is around 25°C (77°F) with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Winter (December-February): The average temperature is around 20°C (68°F) with occasional showers and thunderstorms.
Our weather forecast for Puerto Vallarta helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 15th 2025 Apr. 15th 2025 | max: 31.9 °C min: 17.7 °C |
19.8 m/s 15.8 m/s |
92.2 % 24.1 m |
49.6 % 1,012 hPa |
06:42:02 19:19:58 |
|
| Apr. 16th 2025 Apr. 16th 2025 | max: 32.7 °C min: 18.3 °C |
19.8 m/s 17.6 m/s |
88.0 % 24.1 m |
54.2 % 1,011 hPa |
06:41:14 19:20:18 |
|
| Apr. 17th 2025 Apr. 17th 2025 | max: 32.4 °C min: 18.8 °C |
19.4 m/s 15.8 m/s |
79.4 % 23.9 m |
56.1 % 1,012 hPa |
06:40:28 19:20:37 |
|
| Apr. 18th 2025 Apr. 18th 2025 | max: 32.3 °C min: 18.5 °C |
18.7 m/s 15.8 m/s |
69.3 % 23.8 m |
57.6 % 1,012 hPa |
06:39:41 19:20:57 |
|
| Apr. 19th 2025 Apr. 19th 2025 | max: 33.0 °C min: 18.7 °C |
14.4 m/s 13.3 m/s |
72.7 % 24.1 m |
49.2 % 1,012 hPa |
06:38:56 19:21:17 |
|
| Apr. 20th 2025 Apr. 20th 2025 | max: 32.7 °C min: 17.2 °C |
15.1 m/s 12.2 m/s |
30.8 % 24.1 m |
42.1 % 1,012 hPa |
06:38:11 19:21:37 |
|
| Apr. 21st 2025 Apr. 21st 2025 | max: 32.7 °C min: 16.6 °C |
16.6 m/s 13.3 m/s |
2.8 % 23.8 m |
46.0 % 1,011 hPa |
06:37:26 19:21:58 |
|
| Apr. 22nd 2025 Apr. 22nd 2025 | max: 32.6 °C min: 14.7 °C |
15.1 m/s 13.0 m/s |
18.1 % 24.0 m |
44.9 % 1,010 hPa |
06:36:42 19:22:19 |
|
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Apr. 23rd 2025 | max: 32.1 °C min: 14.9 °C |
16.6 m/s 14.0 m/s |
44.5 % 23.8 m |
45.4 % 1,011 hPa |
06:35:59 19:22:39 |
|
| Apr. 24th 2025 Apr. 24th 2025 | max: 31.1 °C min: 15.7 °C |
16.9 m/s 14.0 m/s |
66.0 % 23.7 m |
49.7 % 1,011 hPa |
06:35:17 19:23:00 |
|
| Apr. 25th 2025 Apr. 25th 2025 | max: 31.0 °C min: 16.3 °C |
17.3 m/s 14.0 m/s |
56.7 % 23.7 m |
55.7 % 1,011 hPa |
06:34:35 19:23:22 |
|
| Apr. 26th 2025 Apr. 26th 2025 | max: 31.7 °C min: 16.4 °C |
16.9 m/s 14.0 m/s |
64.1 % 23.7 m |
57.0 % 1,010 hPa |
06:33:54 19:23:43 |
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| Apr. 27th 2025 Apr. 27th 2025 | max: 31.9 °C min: 16.5 °C |
16.9 m/s 12.2 m/s |
18.8 % 23.7 m |
54.7 % 1,010 hPa |
06:33:14 19:24:05 |
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| Apr. 28th 2025 Apr. 28th 2025 | max: 32.6 °C min: 17 °C |
15.8 m/s 11.5 m/s |
47.1 % 23.8 m |
50.9 % 1,010 hPa |
06:32:35 19:24:27 |
Would you like to travel to Puerto Vallarta on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Puerto Vallarta.
| Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Apr. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 10:30 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Apr. 2025 | Norwegian Joy | 12:00 pm | 08:00 pm | |
| Apr. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Apr. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Apr. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | Coral Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | Discovery Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | MS Eurodam | 09:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 25th 2025 Friday, 25th of Apr. 2025 | Serenade of the Seas | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| Apr. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Apr. 2025 | Caribbean Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Apr. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Apr. 2025 | MS Nieuw Amsterdam | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
| Apr. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Apr. 2025 | Disney Wonder | 08:00 am | 03:30 pm | |
| Apr. 29th 2025 Tuesday, 29th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Apr. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Apr. 2025 | MS Zaandam | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
| May 1st 2025 Thursday, 1st of May 2025 | Radiance of the Seas | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 6th 2025 Tuesday, 6th of May 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | MS Europa 2 | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 13th 2025 Tuesday, 13th of May 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| May 13th 2025 Tuesday, 13th of May 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 14th 2025 Wednesday, 14th of May 2025 | Island Princess | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
| May 20th 2025 Tuesday, 20th of May 2025 | Island Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| May 27th 2025 Tuesday, 27th of May 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| May 27th 2025 Tuesday, 27th of May 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jun. 10th 2025 Tuesday, 10th of Jun. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Jun. 17th 2025 Tuesday, 17th of Jun. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jun. 24th 2025 Tuesday, 24th of Jun. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Jul. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Jul. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Jul. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Jul. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jul. 15th 2025 Tuesday, 15th of Jul. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jul. 22nd 2025 Tuesday, 22nd of Jul. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Aug. 5th 2025 Tuesday, 5th of Aug. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Aug. 19th 2025 Tuesday, 19th of Aug. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Aug. 19th 2025 Tuesday, 19th of Aug. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Sep. 2nd 2025 Tuesday, 2nd of Sep. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Sep. 2nd 2025 Tuesday, 2nd of Sep. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Sep. 16th 2025 Tuesday, 16th of Sep. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Sep. 22nd 2025 Monday, 22nd of Sep. 2025 | Celebrity Summit | 12:30 pm | 07:00 pm | |
| Sep. 23rd 2025 Tuesday, 23rd of Sep. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Sep. 29th 2025 Monday, 29th of Sep. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Sep. 30th 2025 Tuesday, 30th of Sep. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Oct. 3rd 2025 Friday, 3rd of Oct. 2025 | Caribbean Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 3rd 2025 Friday, 3rd of Oct. 2025 | Island Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 7th 2025 Tuesday, 7th of Oct. 2025 | MS Nieuw Amsterdam | 10:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
| Oct. 7th 2025 Tuesday, 7th of Oct. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 8th 2025 Wednesday, 8th of Oct. 2025 | Royal Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 12th 2025 Sunday, 12th of Oct. 2025 | MS Eurodam | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 14th 2025 Tuesday, 14th of Oct. 2025 | Carnival Panorama | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
| Oct. 14th 2025 Tuesday, 14th of Oct. 2025 | Navigator of the Seas | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 21st 2025 Tuesday, 21st of Oct. 2025 | MS Nieuw Amsterdam | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
| Oct. 22nd 2025 Wednesday, 22nd of Oct. 2025 | Royal Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Oct. 24th 2025 Friday, 24th of Oct. 2025 | Ruby Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm |
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