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Los Cabos in January: weather, crowds and what to book
January in Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico runs 79°F by day and 60°F at night, with a 73°F sea and 0.4 inches of rain. Crowds are peak and hurricane risk is none. Whale watching is running — peak season.
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January at a glance
- Average high
- 79°F
- Average low
- 60°F
- Sea temperature
- 73°F
- Rainfall
- 0.4 inches
- Crowds
- Peak
- Price level
- Peak
- Hurricane risk
- None
- Whale watching
- Peak season
Watch out for
A 73°F sea is cool enough that most snorkelers want a shorty wetsuit. Ask whether the operator provides one before you book.
Best for
- Whale watching
- Sunset cruises
- Golf
- Hiking
On the calendar
- Peak snowbird season
- Whale season in full swing
What to book in January
Los Cabos in January: common questions
What is the weather like in Cabo in January?
79°F daytime highs and 60°F overnight lows, with 0.4 inches of rain across the month and a sea temperature of 73°F. Hurricane risk in January is none.
Can you see whales in Cabo in January?
Yes. January falls inside the regulated whale watching season, which runs 15 December to 15 April. This is peak season and sighting rates are at their highest. Trips cost $50–$95 per person.
Is January a good time to visit Los Cabos?
The most reliable month of the year. Dry, 79°F days, and whale watching at full strength — which is exactly why hotel rates sit at their annual high.