January · Mexico
Best time to visit Cabo Pulmo in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cabo Pulmo in January
Average temperature 21°C, 3 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 66% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 66%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Cabo Pulmo scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cabo Pulmo protects a living Gulf reef-snorkel and dive days in a small East Cape village setting. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January in Cabo Pulmo: strong conditions, 11th of 12
January averages 21°C (70°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 3 mm for the month, with about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 8.3/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? April scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cabo Pulmo in January?
- In January, Cabo Pulmo averages 21°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cabo Pulmo?
- January earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cabo Pulmo in January?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 66% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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