Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, July 5, 2026 – Puerto Vallarta started Sunday with cloudy skies and warm, humid conditions. As of about 6:25 a.m. local time, the temperature was near 26°C, or 78°F, with another local reading at 6:00 a.m. showing 27°C, or 81°F, and a heat index near 30°C, or 86°F.
Morning Conditions in Puerto Vallarta
The early morning should remain mostly cloudy to partly cloudy, with light wind from the east. Humidity was near 85% before sunrise, which will make the day feel warmer than the thermometer for anyone walking, working outdoors, or heading to the beach early.
Today’s high is expected to reach about 33°C to 34°C (91°F to 93°F). The overnight low should remain near 26°C (79°F).
Rain and Thunderstorm Timing
The main rain window is late afternoon into early evening. Current hourly guidance keeps rain chances low through midday, then raises the chance of showers and a possible thunderstorm around 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Rain totals in Puerto Vallarta may be uneven, but national weather authorities are flagging parts of Jalisco for stronger storm development today. That means brief heavy rain, lightning, and street flooding remain possible if a storm cell forms over the bay or the hills behind town.
Heat, Wind, and Beach Notes
The heat index may reach 39°C to 40°C (102°F to 104°F) during the early to mid-afternoon. Outdoor plans will be easier before late morning or after the strongest heat breaks.
Winds should stay light to moderate in town, generally shifting west to southwest later in the day, with afternoon gusts around 20 to 23 km/h, or 12 to 14 mph. Marine guidance for the central Pacific coastal zone also points to 5- to 7-foot (about 1.5 to 2.1 meters) surf, with visibility reductions possible during storms.
Beachgoers should check local flags before entering the water. Small boats, paddleboards, and water taxis may see changing conditions if afternoon storms move across the bay.
A Practical Sunday Plan
The morning is the best time for errands, beach walks, outdoor markets, and driving across town. Midday will be hot and humid. By late afternoon, keep an eye on the sky, especially if traveling through low-lying streets, crossing river or arroyo areas, or planning evening beach time.
Conditions can change quickly during July’s rainy season, so this forecast should be treated as a morning planning guide, not a guarantee for the full day.
