What January feels like in Cabo San Lucas
January is part of Cabo San Lucas's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights stay mild. The air carries some moisture, so hot spells feel a little sticky.
Rain in Cabo San Lucas in January
Dry weather dominates, and an umbrella can mostly stay packed. Wet days average about 4.2 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 9.6 mm per rainy day.
How January compares to the rest of the year
January is the coolest month of the year in Cabo San Lucas. Compared with December, afternoons are 1.1°C (2°F) cooler, with 4 mm less rain. February is cooler again. By February, typical highs are 25.4°C (77.7°F).
Who January suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
Tips for visiting Cabo San Lucas in January
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Cabo San Lucas in January?
Afternoons average 25.1°C (77.2°F) and nights about 17.1°C (62.8°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Cabo San Lucas in January?
No — January is one of the drier times, with about 1 rainy days and 4 mm in total.
What should I wear in Cabo San Lucas in January?
The numbers point to versatile layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is January or February better for visiting Cabo San Lucas?
February, narrowly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Cabo San Lucas's months, against #3 for the other.
