January · Mexico
Best time to visit Cabo San Lucas in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cabo San Lucas in January
Average temperature 21°C, 5 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Cabo San Lucas scores 8.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cabo San Lucas sits at the tip of the Baja peninsula, where desert hills meet the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific around El Arco.
January is one of the strongest months in Cabo San Lucas (11th)
January averages 21°C (69°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 5 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Cabo San Lucas (11th of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cabo San Lucas in January?
- In January, Cabo San Lucas averages 21°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Cabo San Lucas?
- January earns a 8.8/10 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 San Lucas in January?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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