The month in detail
What to expect in January
Even in winter, Cabo San Lucas enjoys 77°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Cabo San Lucas.
January ranks 7 out of 12 months in Cabo San Lucas. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
22°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
10.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Cabo San Lucas is March (9.4/10), 0.4 pt higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Mexico
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyMexican Peso ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 77°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 17%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Cabo San Lucas ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MexicoTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.4 → 5.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
22.89°N · 109.91°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cabo San Lucas?
March is the best month with 82°F highs, 64°F lows, 8.7h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of March & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Cabo San Lucas get in March?
Cabo San Lucas averages 8.7 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.2/10.
What is the rainiest month in Cabo San Lucas?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Cabo San Lucas in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 64°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Cabo San Lucas good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Cabo San Lucas scores 8.7/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 9.2/10.
When should you avoid Cabo San Lucas?
August is the most difficult month to visit Cabo San Lucas, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Cabo San Lucas in January?
In January, the sea averages 72°F in Cabo San Lucas: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Cabo San Lucas in January?
The average UV index reaches 6 in January in Cabo San Lucas (moderate), with about 10.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.