Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, August 21, 2026 – Puerto Vallarta starts Friday mostly cloudy and humid, with current conditions near 27°C / 80°F as of 6:17 a.m. local time.
Morning Conditions
The early reading shows warm, humid weather before a hotter afternoon. Forecast highs are expected near 34°C to 35°C / 93°F to 94°F, with overnight lows around 25°C to 26°C / 78°F.
Humidity will make the afternoon feel hotter. The local hourly forecast shows the heat index reaching about 40°C / 104°F during the afternoon.
Rain Timing
Rain chances stay limited through much of the day, then rise late afternoon and evening. The best window for isolated thunderstorms is roughly 2 p.m. through 8 p.m., with shower chances increasing again overnight.
Mexico’s Servicio Meteorológico Nacional issued its 6:00 a.m. advisory for heavy localized rain in parts of Jalisco, including the state’s center and southwest. That does not mean every Puerto Vallarta neighborhood will see heavy rain, but stronger cells could bring lightning, short flooding, and reduced visibility.
Wind, Roads, And Beach Notes
Local winds are expected to remain light most of the day, generally below 15 km/h / 10 mph, though storms can briefly produce stronger gusts. SMN’s regional outlook includes gusts of 40 to 60 km/h / 25 to 37 mph for Jalisco.
No elevated surf warning for the Jalisco coast was listed in the national forecast this morning, and the National Hurricane Center showed no active tropical cyclones in the eastern North Pacific. Beach conditions can still change quickly near storms, river mouths, and areas with visible current, so follow posted flags and lifeguard instructions.
Drivers should watch low-lying streets, arroyo crossings, and hill routes if afternoon rain develops. Brief ponding is most likely where drainage is already slow.
Planning The Day
Morning and midday plans should be workable, with heat and humidity the main issue. Carry water, keep outdoor errands earlier if possible, and leave extra time for late-afternoon traffic if storms form over the bay or mountains.
Conditions can change during rainy season, especially after sunset. Check updated forecasts before boating, beach time, mountain roads, or airport transfers later today.
