Puerto Vallarta marine weather forecast
Puerto Vallarta (MXPVR) is a port in Mexico at 20°37.0′N 105°16.0′W. Today (Sep 18): S wind 6–16 kn, waves 1.1–1.1 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 20°37.0′N 105°16.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | MXPVR |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River basin harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 17 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Mexico_City |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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| Largest vessel | 290 m length overall |
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10-day marine forecast — Puerto Vallarta
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| S 6–16 kn | 21 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| SW 2–11 kn | 14 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| SE 2–5 kn | 8 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| WNW 1–6 kn | 9 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| NNW 1–6 kn | 11 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| WNW 2–6 kn | 8 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| E 20–35 kn | 43 kn | 1.6–4.5 m |
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| ESE 6–6 kn | 20 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| N 6–6 kn | 9 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| SE 3–3 kn | 8 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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Forecast from the ECMWF IFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 35 kn on Sep 24. The highest modeled significant wave height is 4.5 m on Sep 24. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Puerto Vallarta right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z: S wind 6–16 kn, waves 1.1–1.1 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Puerto Vallarta?
Puerto Vallarta is classed as a small harbor (river basin harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Puerto Vallarta?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 17 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What is the largest vessel Puerto Vallarta can take?
The NGA World Port Index lists the maximum vessel at about 290 m length overall. Confirm current limits with the port authority before arrival.