January Weather in Puerto Vallarta

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Puerto Vallarta throughout January hovers around 71%.

13°C (56°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (69°F)

Average temperature

27°C (81°F)

Maximum temperature

71%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Puerto Vallarta averages 28 mm (1.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 3 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 1 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 22 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 56% probability of sunny days during this period.

28 mm (1.1 inches)

Precipitation

3 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 22 minutes

Sunshine hours

56%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Puerto Vallarta reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 1 1 3 5 7 8 8 6 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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