Puerto Vallarta in September
Not the best time
Hurricane season peak makes this the most unpredictable month. Independence Day festivities add cultural interest, but weather dominates the experience.
Weather
September marks peak hurricane season with the heaviest rainfall and highest humidity of the year. Storms can last hours and flooding occasionally affects downtown streets. The heat remains brutal between downpours.
33°C high24°C low17 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$110/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Mexican Independence Day (September 16)
- •Grito de Independencia celebrations
September Tips
- •Hurricane risk peaks - consider travel insurance
- •Many outdoor tours cancel regularly due to weather
- •Independence Day brings patriotic celebrations despite the weather
All Months
November through April gives you perfect weather — 80°F days, 65°F nights, and almost zero rain. This is peak season though. Hotels double their rates and restaurants fill up by 7pm. Book everything in advance.
May and October work as shoulder seasons. You'll get occasional rain showers but also empty beaches and hotel deals. October can be humid after the summer rains, but hurricane season mostly misses Puerto Vallarta.
June through September brings the heat and humidity. Daily highs hit 90°F with 80% humidity. Afternoon thunderstorms cool things down but also flood the cobblestone streets. Some restaurants close during August. On the plus side, hotel rates drop 40% and you'll have beaches mostly to yourself.
Avoid Easter week and Christmas week unless you enjoy crowds and inflated prices. Mexican families vacation here during those times, which creates a fun local atmosphere but also means everything costs more.
Puerto Vallarta Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
9/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
8/10
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