Cabo San Lucas Weather in April
Baja California Sur, Mexico
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April continues the dry season with just 0.1 rain days on average, essentially zero, while highs reach 80.8°F and the sea warms to a more comfortable 74.1°F.
Humidity holds low at 56%, tied for the lowest of the year, and this remains one of the most pleasant all-around months for outdoor activity in Cabo.
Whale watching season is winding down but still active through April, typically the last reliable month before the humpbacks head back north for the summer, a good last chance if this is a priority.
Spring break traffic tapers off by mid-to-late April, and rates start to ease from the winter-spring high-season peak, making the back half of the month a good value window with still-excellent weather.
No hurricane activity is recorded historically in April, the safe dry-season window continues uninterrupted.
Sportfishing shifts as the water warms, with striped marlin still active and the first dorado of the season starting to show up on some charters heading into late spring.
This is a strong month for exploring beyond the resort strip, the desert interior, Todos Santos (an art-and-surf town about an hour north), and the Sea of Cortez side's calmer beaches are all comfortable to explore without summer's heat.
Golf conditions remain very good through April, though afternoon winds can start picking up compared to the stiller conditions of deep winter.
Against May, April is noticeably cooler and drier for both air and water, a better choice if avoiding the building heat matters more than getting the warmest possible swim.
Pack for warm, dry days with cool mornings; by late April the evenings are noticeably milder than the cooler nights of January and February.
Frequently asked questions
Is April a good time to visit Cabo San Lucas?
Yes, dry, warm, and typically the last good month for whale watching, with softer prices once spring break ends.
Can you still see whales in Cabo San Lucas in April?
Often yes, April is typically the tail end of the season before the humpbacks head north for summer.
Is Cabo San Lucas hot in April?
Warm but comfortable: highs average 80.8°F with low humidity around 56%.
Does it rain in Cabo San Lucas in April?
Almost never, April averages just 0.1 rain days, essentially the driest reading of the year.
What's the sea temperature in Cabo San Lucas in April?
About 74.1°F, cooler than the Caribbean but comfortable for swimming.
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) and the NOAA National Hurricane Center. Data updated September 2026. How we calculate.