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Puerto Vallarta or Tulum?
Both are beaches, food and nightlife destinations in North America. Puerto Vallarta adds culture, mountains and romantic. Tulum adds history, nature and wellness.
| Puerto Vallarta | Tulum | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Cost of a week | mid-priced | expensive |
| Crowds at peak | medium | medium |
| Best months | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May |
| Warmest month | July, 31°C | July, 31°C |
| Coolest month | January, 26°C | January, 27°C |
| Known for | Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Los Arcos, Malecón, Cuale River Island | El Castillo, Gran Cenote, Sian Ka’an, Hartwood |
Month by month, side by side
| Month | Puerto Vallarta | Tulum |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26°C | 27°C |
| Feb | 27°C | 28°C |
| Mar | 27°C | 28°C |
| Apr | 28°C | 30°C |
| May | 29°C | 30°C |
| Jun | 30°C | 30°C |
| Jul | 31°C | 31°C |
| Aug | 31°C | 31°C |
| Sep | 30°C | 31°C |
| Oct | 30°C | 30°C |
| Nov | 29°C | 28°C |
| Dec | 27°C | 27°C |
So which one?
Pick Puerto Vallarta if…
you want culture, mountains and romantic. It suits families and first-timers particularly well.
Pick Tulum if…
you want history, nature and wellness. It suits luxury particularly well.
Both are at their best in January, February, March, April, May.
Book whichever wins
Common questions
Is Puerto Vallarta or Tulum cheaper?
Puerto Vallarta is mid-priced for a week, Tulum is expensive.
Which is warmer, Puerto Vallarta or Tulum?
Puerto Vallarta peaks at 31°C in July; Tulum peaks at 31°C in July.
Can you do both in one trip?
Yes — they are in the same country, so combining them is straightforward.
Temperatures are measured averages (ERA5, Open-Meteo). Hotel links are partner links — your price is unchanged.