Puerto Vallarta starts Monday, June 22, under mostly cloudy skies, with current conditions at about 25°C / 76°F as of 6:30 a.m. Central Mexico time. The day is expected to turn hot and humid, with afternoon temperatures near 33°C / 91°F before rain chances increase later in the day.
The most useful outdoor window is the morning through early afternoon. Light showers are possible around midday and early afternoon, but the heavier rain and thunderstorm risk is more likely from late afternoon into the evening, especially after 8 p.m.
Humidity will make the afternoon feel hotter than the thermometer shows. Around midday and early afternoon, the heat index may feel closer to 37°C to 38°C / 99°F to 100°F. Residents and visitors should plan errands, walking, and beach time earlier in the day when possible.
Winds in town are expected to stay light, but marine conditions need more attention than street-level wind today. SEMAR’s Pacific marine forecast calls for a mar de fondo event beginning Monday afternoon, with 1.8 to 2.4 meters / 6 to 8 feet of long-period swell, 18- to 20-second periods, and return currents along a broad stretch of the Mexican Pacific, including the Jalisco and Nayarit coastal zone.
That does not mean every beach will look unsafe all day, but it does raise the risk of stronger shorebreak and rip currents, especially on exposed beaches and near river mouths. Swimmers should follow beach flags and lifeguard instructions. Small boats, paddleboards, snorkel tours, and water taxis should verify conditions before heading out.
The main road concern today is typical rainy-season ponding if evening storms settle over the city. Low-lying streets, underpasses, and areas near arroyos can quickly become flooded during heavy showers. Drivers should give extra time after sunset and avoid crossing moving water.
No routine weather day in Puerto Vallarta should be treated as fixed. Conditions can shift by neighborhood, especially during the afternoon and evening storm window. For most readers, the practical plan is simple: use the morning, pace outdoor activity during the humid afternoon, watch beach flags, and keep an umbrella or rain jacket ready for the evening.
