End of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Los Cabos in December
Los Cabos cools off: highs slip to 76°F (24°C), from 81°F in November, with lows of 66°F (19°C) and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
It scores 94/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 64%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What December feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 66°F (19°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.4 in (11 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around December
December is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – June and November).
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 36 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 97/100 in November to 94/100.
- December sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Los Cabos in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Cabo Pulmo National Park
Living coral reef on the East Cape with schools of jacks, rays and sea lions.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Nov – Jun.
Acre
Restaurant and farm set in a palm grove, cooking wood-fired dishes with local produce.
Flora Farms
Organic farm with a field-to-table restaurant and garden cocktails in the foothills.
Why now December scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Médano
Calm, swimmable beach facing El Arco, lined with beach clubs and water sports.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
San José del Cabo Art District
Galleries around Plaza Mijares, with a Thursday evening Art Walk November to June.
Nearby in December
- Todos Santos in December~41 mi · highs 79°F, 0.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- La Paz in December~85 mi · highs 78°F, 0.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Los Cabos in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Los Cabos?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 94/100 against a best of 100 in February – June and November. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. December is inside the Nov – Apr window our Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz route recommends.
How hot is Los Cabos in December?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Los Cabos in December?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.3 in (262 mm).
What should I pack for Los Cabos in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in December
- Los Cabos, Todos Santos & La Paz Nov – Apr
Planning Los Cabos in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.