What's the weather Like in Cabo San Lucas in January
Temperature
With temperatures just slightly lower than those in December, January is the coolest time of the year in Cabo San Lucas. Daily average temperatures in January range from a high of 26C (79F) to a low of 12C (54F), with an overall average of 19C (66F). These temperatures make it warmer than its neighbours to the north such as San Diego and cooler than locations to its south including Puerto Vallarta. The average sea temperature in Cabo San Lucas is 24C (75F), making the water somewhat cool for swimming and snorkelling.
Sunshine Hours
You'll see some of the year's lowest levels of sunshine in January with an average of 10 hours a day, contrasted by the highs of 12 daily hours from April to June. Even at its cloudiest, Cabo San Lucas is a sunny place.
Rainfall
January is the driest month in Cabo San Lucas. In close competition with April, January has an average of 27 rainy days but with an almost negligible average rainfall of 3mm. You are almost guaranteed sunny skies.
Humidity
Noticeable but not overbearing, January has a relatively high humidity of 83% in comparison to the lowest month of August with 73%.
Sunrise and Sunset
In January, the duration of daylight is constantly increasing. On January 1, the sun comes up at 6:46 am and falls at 7:46 pm, creating 13 hours of daylight. On January 31, with the longest daylight of the month, the sun rises at 6:34 am and sundown happens at 8 pm, with 13:26 hours of total daylight.
Wind Speed
You can expect winds to range from 0.04 m/s to 3.8 m/s in January, which is about the strength of the moderate breeze you'll experience for most of the year. December has the highest wind speed of the year topping at 4 m/s and August has the lowest with a 3 m/s maximum.
Extreme Weather
While the Pacific coast of North America doesn't get hit with tropical storms like the Atlantic side, there is a hurricane season in the region runs from June to October. As January falls well outside this window, extreme weather is unlikely.
Cabo San Lucas Hotels in January
There is no shortage of choice when seeking accommodations in Cabo San Lucas. Choose from high-end resorts featuring deluxe villas with personal plunge pools to chic boutique beach clubs and functional seaside hotels.
El Encanto Resort at Hacienda Encantada
Overlooking the shimmering blue waters of the Sea of Cortez, El Encanto Resort has upscale villas and elegant suites with classic Mexican design. Enjoy lush gardens, a soothing jacuzzi and a large pool with a swim-up bar. Indulge in a body treatment at a holistic spa and sweat away stress in a traditional temazcal lodge. When exploration calls, you're near a championship golf course, The Arch and Puerto Paraiso Mall.
ME Cabo
Set along Médano Beach, ME Cabo offers magnificent views of Land's End and shimmering ocean waters that are perfect for swimming. The beach club draws inspiration from the Mediterranean with tones of light blue, grey and champagne found throughout. Chic accommodations have oceanfront balconies, lounge areas and in-room cocktail bars. Dance at a nightclub, enjoy international cuisine at their restaurant, indulge in a treatment at the spa or refresh at a swim-up bar in one of their two pools.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Los Cabos
A ten-minute walk from Medano Beach, Fairfield has bright modern guestrooms with flat-screen TVs, ergonomic workstation and minibars. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet and grill your own lunch in a barbecue area with picnic tables. You can do some laps in an outdoor pool or hit the exercise machines in a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Cabo San Lucas Beach for January
Playa Santa Maria
Santa María Beach is part of a marine sanctuary and so a great spot for snorkelling and swimming in waters that have an abundance of marine life. A protected bay also creates calm waters for swimming. You'll want to bring a camera as the pink sands and horseshoe-shaped terrain makes the beach picture perfect. While there are a few vendors, you won't find many food options so best you also bring something to snack on.
Bars and Restaurants
While Mexican-style seafood reigns at the seaside locale, Cabo San Lucas is home to diverse dining options. Enjoy fine dining with waterfront views, trendy bistros and late-night tacos on the bar scene.
La Casona
Set before the sea on the grounds of the Villa La Estancia resort, La Casona serves gourmet cuisine before panoramic views. Settle into seating by an outdoor fireplace to dine under the stars from a menu that's as diverse as the visitors who reach these shores. Enjoy an array of delights that range from comfort dishes such as choice ribeye steak and tempting New England clam chowder to fresh-caught sea bass and locally harvested lobster. Perfect for romantic nights and family meals, there's a children's' menu with kid favourites including creamy macaroni and cheese. La Casona offers a daily breakfast buffet from 7 am to 10:30 am. Dinner is served from 6 pm to 10:30 pm.
Tacos Gardenias
Serving for over 30 years on Paseo de la Marina, Tacos Gardenias has a history of satisfying hungry locals and visitors alike. Don't be dissuaded by the plastic tables and unremarkable ambience. A central kitchen churns out some of the tastiest tacos in town, including the locally inspired cactus taco, fried pork rind offering and cochinita pibil taco with marinated pork. Try the house speciality of Shrimp Molcajete with cheese, onion and salsa. Gardenias is open daily from 8 am to 10 pm.
Things to do in Cabo San Lucas in January
Go Kiteboarding!
A short drive from Cabo San Lucas you'll find less-crowded beaches that are perfect for learning to kiteboard. Strap in and take off from soft white sands. A powerful WaveRunner will pull you aloft for a soaring ride above the Sea of Cortez. Fly immediately like a pro or start slowly with a two-line trainer kite.
See Live Music Downtown
Hit downtown Cabo San Lucas if you want to check out the local music scene. The multitude of venues that feature live music includes the famed Cabo Wabo Cantina, owned by rocker Sammy Hagar. You'll also find live local bands playing at hot spots such as Jungle Bar and Cabo Blue. Three ex-pro surfers own Faraway, a bar that showcases area talent and has welcomed world-famous rock stars.
Whale Watching Tours
Whale watching can be easily found off the shores of Cabo San Lucas from mid-December to mid-April. One of the best ways to get up close to these magnificent creatures is to board a whale-watching tour. Set off from the harbour to spot humpback and grey whales as they gather in the warm waters to mate and birth in nursery bays.
Snorkel at Cabo Pulmo National Park
For a sublime marine-life encounter, check out Cabo Pulmo National Park. The natural protected area is home to a massive coral reef where you can spot sea turtles, manta rays and whale sharks. Diving is one of the best ways to experience the park and the area has a large number of dive shops that can arrange the trip.
