Climate and Weather of Baja California Sur, Mexico

In Mexico you have several regions, one of which is called Baja California Sur. The most popular city in this region is Cabo San Lucas, whose climate data we'll examine to provide you with an overview of what weather to expect in Baja California Sur. For detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please refer to the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Baja California Sur, during the months of January, February, March and April you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 25°C. The hottest season / summer is in July, August, September and October. The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 23°C. However, the specific temperature can vary depending on the exact location within the region.

Additional climate insights:

• The months of September have a high chance of precipitation.
• Baja California Sur has dry periods in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December.
• September is the wettest month in Baja California Sur. This month should be avoided if you are not a big fan of rain.
• May is the driest month.
• The warmest month in Baja California Sur is August with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
• The coldest month is February with an average maximum daytime temperature of 23°C.

Baja California was one Mexican territory until 1930, when it was split into two part. The northern part kept the name Baja California, while the southern part eventually became Baja California Sur.

In this region mother whales give birth to their little ones. The best time to visit this area is from January to March, but actually you have a good chance to meet these mighty animals any time. It is considered the best place in the world to see whales up close.

It often happens that a group of gray whales comes to see a boat with tourists. The animals like to be touched and even follow the boat for a while.

Baja California Sur has pleasant temperatures year round. From July to September it rains a bit more and in this period it can be very humid and warm. Starting October it rains less and from December to June is the dry season.

Interested in the detailed Weather and Climate of Baja California Sur, Mexico?

Please select a city below the map you wish to travel to, or the one closest to your destination. Each selected city will show you the following graphs:
1. Average minimum and maximum temperature over the year
2. Average monthly precipitation over the year (rainfall, snow)
3. Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year
On certain pages we also offer other historical climate data like humidity wind speed and water temperature.