- Rain mm/yr
- 1,511
- Snowfall
- None — tropical coastal location.
- Climate Type
- Tropical wet-and-dry (humid, warm year-round)
- Driest Month
- April (4–5 mm / 0.2 in)
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: currentresults.com, climatestotravel.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Winter (Dec–Mar) is high season: expect crowds and premium prices, but guaranteed dry, sunny weather. Ideal for beach/hiking.
- Rainy season (Jun–Oct) afternoon showers rarely prevent activity—mornings stay clear. Hotel rates drop 30–50%; fewer tourists overall.
- April–early May and late November are 'sweet spots': good weather, lighter crowds than peak season, moderate pricing.
- August is the most challenging month: peak humidity (84%), 24–27 rainy days, potential hurricane risk. September also wet and quieter (many local businesses close briefly).
- Virtually no snow or freezing risk; nighttime winter lows (Jan–Feb) can dip to 55–62°F (13–17°C (55–63°F))—bring a light layer for evenings.
- Humidity year-round: 65–84%. Summer humidity makes 86°F feel much hotter (90+°F feels-like temperatures common).
- Ocean warms significantly June–August (85–86°F); pleasant for swimming. Warmest overall July–September.
Snowfall
None — tropical coastal location.
Dry Season
- Months
- November to May
- Rainfall Mm
- 0–5
- Peak Temperature Celsius
- 27–30°C (81–86°F)
- Peak Temperature Fahrenheit
- 80–86°F
- Description
- Sunny, low humidity, minimal rainfall. Best and most popular time.
Wet Season
- Months
- June to October
- Peak Rainfall Mm
- 357
- Peak Rainfall Month
- September
- Peak Rainfall Inches
- 14.0
- Peak Temperature Celsius
- 30–32°C (90°F)
- Peak Temperature Fahrenheit
- 86–90°F
- Description
- Hot, humid, afternoon/evening showers. Short bursts, rarely all-day rain.
Climate Type
Tropical wet-and-dry (humid, warm year-round)
Driest Month
April (4–5 mm / 0.2 in)
Humidity Range
65–84% year-round; highest August–September
Hurricane Risk
June–November technically, but highest September–October. Bay of Banderas acts as natural barrier; direct hits rare.
Shoulder Season
Shoulder Season
- April–May
- October–November
Annual Rainfall Mm
1511
Worst Months Notes
Hottest and wettest; August has ~24–27 rainy days; humidity reaches 84%; hurricane season risk highest September–October.
Best Months Overall
Best Months Overall
- November
- December
- January
- February
- March
- April
Worst Months Weather
Worst Months Weather
- July
- August
- September
Shoulder Season Notes
Fewer crowds, affordable rates, still pleasant. May starts heating up; November clearing after early-month rain.
Annual Rainfall Inches
59
Temperature Range Celsius
13–34°C (55–93°F)
Temperature Range Fahrenheit
56–93°F
Water Temperature Range Celsius
24–30°C (75–86°F)
Water Temperature Range Fahrenheit
75–86°F
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.