Cabo San Lucas in April

In April, Cabo San Lucas averages 29°C (83°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night, with only about 0 rainy days.

Peak season

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Skies are generally dry and clear.

April is a great month to visit Cabo San Lucas: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

29°C
Avg high
20°C
Avg low
0
Rain days
0 mm
Rainfall

How April compares to the rest of the year in Cabo San Lucas

8th
warmest month of the 12
12th
wettest month of the 12
0%
of yearly rainfall falls in April
12 h 41 min
daylight on the 15th

April is in the middle of the year for warmth in Cabo San Lucas (8th of 12) and one of the driest months (12th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C below the annual average (29°C). April runs 1°C warmer than March (27°C) and warms a further 1°C into May (30°C).

April sunrise & sunset in Cabo San Lucas

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:59 AM
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Sunset (15th)
6:39 PM
Day length
12 h 41 min

Times shown for Cabo San Lucas local time (America/Mazatlan), calculated for the 15th of April. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Cabo San Lucas — April

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of April, in Cabo San Lucas's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:59 AM – 5:39 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:39 AM – 6:39 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:59 PM – 6:59 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:59 PM – 7:39 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Cabo San Lucas.

📅 When to book — Cabo San Lucas in April

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on April's tier (Peak season) and Cabo San Lucas's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
3-5 months
Flight prices are near their annual peak. Watch fare-alert tools, book directly when you see a fare under the typical range for this city.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
3-5 months
Reasonable selection still available at 3-4 months out, but central locations vanish first.

April in Mexico — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

✝️
Semana Santa (Holy Week)
Festival · high impact

Holy Week processions, especially in Seville and Málaga. Hotels in Andalucía sell out a year ahead, prices 2-3x normal. Some banks and shops close.

Plan: Seville at peak is unforgettable but planning-intensive. Other Spanish cities are quieter and more affordable.

Crowds & pricing — April in Cabo San Lucas

Peak season

Cabo San Lucas is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.

Why this tier: excellent tourism weather beach-season conditions

Sun & mosquito risk — April in Cabo San Lucas

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.6
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●○○
Moderate
Active mosquito season. DEET 25-30% repellent recommended, especially at dawn/dusk.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Cabo San Lucas — April

21°C (70°F)
pleasant
warm enough for most swimmers without a wetsuit

Across the year Cabo San Lucas's sea swings from 21°C (February) to 29.9°C (August) — April sits at 21°C.

Cabo San Lucas in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 26°C / 78°F 17°C / 63°F 6 mm 2
February 26°C / 79°F 17°C / 63°F 7 mm 2
March 27°C / 81°F 19°C / 65°F 1 mm 1
April 29°C / 83°F 20°C / 68°F 0 mm 0
May 30°C / 85°F 21°C / 70°F 1 mm 1
June 31°C / 87°F 24°C / 75°F 20 mm 3
July 32°C / 90°F 27°C / 80°F 22 mm 8
August 32°C / 90°F 27°C / 80°F 103 mm 16
September 31°C / 88°F 26°C / 79°F 102 mm 16
October 31°C / 88°F 24°C / 76°F 33 mm 6
November 29°C / 84°F 22°C / 71°F 15 mm 3
December 26°C / 79°F 18°C / 65°F 3 mm 3

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Cabo San Lucas in April?

In April, Cabo San Lucas averages a high of 29°C (83°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Cabo San Lucas in April?

April is generally dry in Cabo San Lucas, with about 0 rainy days on average.

Is April a good time to visit Cabo San Lucas?

April is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Cabo San Lucas in April?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full April packing list for Cabo San Lucas for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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