Cabo San Lucas in February

In February, Cabo San Lucas averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night, with only about 2 rainy days.

Peak season

Conditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Skies are generally dry and clear.

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

26°C
Avg high
17°C
Avg low
2
Rain days
7 mm
Rainfall

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

11th
warmest month of the 12
9th
wettest month of the 12
2%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
11 h 24 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in Cabo San Lucas (11th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (9th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 3°C below the annual average (29°C). February runs roughly the same as January (26°C) and warms a further 1°C into March (27°C).

February sunrise & sunset in Cabo San Lucas

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:51 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:15 PM
Day length
11 h 24 min

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

Photography light in Cabo San Lucas — February

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:51 AM – 6:31 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:31 AM – 7:31 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:35 PM – 6:35 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:35 PM – 7:15 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Cabo San Lucas in February

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 February'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.

Crowds & pricing — February 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 — February in Cabo San Lucas

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
9.8
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 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 — February

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) — February 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 February?

In February, Cabo San Lucas averages a high of 26°C (79°F) and a low of 17°C (63°F) — generally warm.

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

February is generally dry in Cabo San Lucas, with about 2 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit Cabo San Lucas?

February 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 February?

Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full February packing list for Cabo San Lucas for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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