Puerto Vallarta in February
The driest month and the peak of whale season — with the coolest sea of the year.
February is the driest month in Puerto Vallarta and the peak of the whale season: the bay holds the most humpbacks of the year, and the first calves appear beside their mothers. Days are warm, evenings cool, and the sea is at its coolest. It's high season, and with good reason.
February at a glance
| Weather | Average high 27 °C (80 °F), low 17 °C (62 °F) |
|---|---|
| Rain | About 5 mm; less than one rainy day |
| Sea | About 23 °C (73 °F), the coolest of the year |
| Humidity | Low |
| Crowds and prices | High |
| Whales | Peak: the most whales of the year, and the first calves |
Weather in February
The driest month of the year: on average about 5 mm of rain and less than one rainy day. Highs around 27 °C and nights around 17 °C, with low humidity — ideal for walking and day trips. See the weather guide.
The sea, beaches and wildlife
At around 23 °C the sea is at its coolest: fine for swimming, bracing for long snorkels. The cold upwelling that cools it also brings rays to Los Arcos. For whale watching this is the peak, with the highest numbers in the bay and mothers with new calves; aim for late January to early March if you can choose.
What's on in February 2027
Crowds and prices
High season throughout, with steady demand from North American winter visitors. Book whale trips and popular restaurants ahead, and rooms early for the second half of the month. See best time to visit.
Sunrise and sunset
Puerto Vallarta keeps UTC−6 all year (see time zone), so these are the times on the clock. The bay faces west: the sun sets over the water, best watched from the Malecón.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 7:37 | 18:52 | 11 h 15 |
| 15 February | 7:31 | 18:59 | 11 h 29 |
| 28 February | 7:22 | 19:05 | 11 h 43 |
What to pack
Light clothes, a sweater for the evenings and for boats (it's cooler on the water), a swimsuit, a hat and sun protection. See what to pack.
Ideas for a February trip
- A whale-watching trip at the peak of the season.
- Up the coast: Sayulita and San Pancho, around the music festival.
- Dry trails: hikes and viewpoints and the botanical garden.
← January · March → — or see every month at a glance in our weather guide.
Frequently asked
Is February a good time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
Yes. It is the driest month, with highs around 27 °C and low humidity, and the peak of the whale season.
Is the water cold in Puerto Vallarta in February?
It is the coolest month for the sea, at about 23 °C: fine for swimming, a little bracing for long snorkels.
Is February the best month for whales in Puerto Vallarta?
It is the peak: the highest numbers in the bay, with the first calves appearing alongside their mothers.
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