The best times to visit Punta Mita for ideal weather are

December 10th to April 8th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Punta Mita Travel Info

Weather in Punta Mita

Temperature

Average temperatures in Punta Mita vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Punta Mita, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 91.1°F (32.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.8°F (24.9°C) at night.

Punta Mita Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Punta Mita Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Punta Mita Perceived Temperature (F)

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Punta Mita Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Punta Mita Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 80.3 71.2 62.4
Feb 79.5 71.1 62.3
Mar 80.5 72.4 63.5
Apr 82.1 74.9 66.3
May 85.6 79 71.5
Jun 88.4 82.4 77.1
Jul 89.6 82.5 76.5
Aug 90.5 82.8 76.6
Sep 89.7 82.4 76.7
Oct 89.3 82.1 75.4
Nov 85.7 77.3 69.4
Dec 80.9 72.2 64.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 26.8 21.8 16.9
Feb 26.4 21.7 16.8
Mar 26.9 22.4 17.5
Apr 27.8 23.8 19.1
May 29.8 26.1 21.9
Jun 31.3 28 25.1
Jul 32 28.1 24.7
Aug 32.5 28.2 24.8
Sep 32.1 28 24.8
Oct 31.8 27.8 24.1
Nov 29.8 25.2 20.8
Dec 27.2 22.3 17.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Punta Mita are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 0 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.

When can you find snow in Punta Mita? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Punta Mita.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Punta Mita (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 1% 0 0.4
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0.3
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 1 0 1
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0.8
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Punta Mita has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (66.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (75.7%).

Wind in Punta Mita is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by June and April. May’s average wind speed of around 5 knots (5.8 MPH or 9.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May to early June where average top sustained speeds reach 14.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Punta Mita.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Mar 4.7 Light breeze 13.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.8 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
May 5 Light breeze 14.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 5 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jul 4.2 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.3 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Sep 3.8 Barely noticeable 11.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.9 Barely noticeable 10.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.6 Barely noticeable 10 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70.1%
Feb 70.2%
Mar 67.7%
Apr 67.7%
May 66.9%
Jun 71.1%
Jul 73.7%
Aug 74.1%
Sep 75.7%
Oct 71.8%
Nov 69.6%
Dec 72.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Punta Mita?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Mexico; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Punta Mita, Mexico is January, followed by February and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Punta Mita in May. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 45.6 in May means 45.6% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Punta Mita Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.1°F (30.6°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Punta Mita, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.3°F (32.4°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Punta Mita to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 82.8°F (28.2°C) and 79°F (26.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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