Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, July 3, 2026 – Puerto Vallarta starts Friday mostly cloudy and warm, with the morning temperature near 25°C (77°F) as of a 6:23 a.m. local check. Today’s forecast calls for a high near 35°C (95°F), a low near 25°C (76°F), and scattered afternoon showers rather than a full-day rain event.
Current Conditions This Morning
The early reading showed mostly cloudy skies and humid air over Puerto Vallarta. A nearby current weather report showed humidity at around 84%, with light northeast wind at about 9 km/h (6 mph).
The morning should be the easier part of the day for errands, beach walks, outdoor work, and travel across town. Heat will build quickly by late morning.
Heat and Humidity
The main weather issue today is heat. Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach about 35°C (95°F), and humidity may make it feel hotter during the middle of the day. Hourly guidance indicates the “feels like” temperature will rise above 39°C (102°F) in the afternoon.
Anyone walking the Malecón, working outside, waiting for buses, or spending several hours at the beach should plan for shade, water, and breaks between late morning and mid-afternoon.
Afternoon Rain Window
Rain chances increase after midday. The forecast points to passing showers in the afternoon, with the better window from about 2 p.m. into the evening. Hourly guidance shows rain chances rising to 30% to 40% during the late afternoon and early evening, with isolated thunderstorms possible.
The Servicio Meteorológico Nacional’s broader outlook places stronger shower activity in parts of Jalisco, mainly inland areas, while the local Puerto Vallarta forecast points to scattered showers. Conditions can still change quickly during rainy season, especially near the mountains and river channels.
Beach, Surf, and Small-Boat Notes
Winds are expected to stay light for most of the day, but beach conditions deserve attention. The national marine outlook includes mar de fondo of 1.0 to 2.0 meters, or roughly 3 to 7 feet, along the Jalisco coast.
Beachgoers should follow posted flags and lifeguard instructions, especially at open-water beaches. Small-boat operators and tour passengers should check conditions with operators or port authorities before heading out.
Storm and Road Risk
There is no direct tropical cyclone threat to Puerto Vallarta this morning. The National Hurricane Center said Douglas had become a post-tropical system far west-southwest of Baja California, while a separate wave farther out in the eastern Pacific had a low development chance over the next several days.
For the city, the practical risk is localized: a heavier shower could bring brief street ponding, slower traffic, reduced visibility, and slick pavement during the afternoon or evening. Usual rainy-season caution applies near low-lying streets, underpasses, river crossings, and construction zones.
Best Window to Be Out Today
The morning through early afternoon is the best window for errands, beach time, and outdoor plans. Keep rain gear handy after lunch, and allow extra time later in the day if showers develop over Centro, the Hotel Zone, Versalles, Pitillal, or the highway corridor.
Conditions can change through the day, so check the sky before heading across town or out on the water.
