Mexico · December
Cabo San Lucas in December
December in Cabo San Lucas offers a delightful escape from winter, boasting sunny skies and comfortably warm temperatures perfect for exploring. This is prime whale-watching season, with humpbacks and gray whales beginning their migration through the Sea of Cortez, making boat tours exceptionally rewarding.
Is December a good time to visit Cabo San Lucas?
Yes — December is one of the recommended months for Cabo San Lucas. 21-27°C, sunny and dry with mild evenings — Christmas and New Year's Eve are extremely busy and expensive.
What makes December worth visiting
- •Festive holiday atmosphere
- •Start of prime whale watching
Events in Cabo San Lucas this December
Gray whales migrate from Alaska to the warm waters of Baja California to breed and calve.
Spectacular fireworks displays over the bay and lively celebrations.
What to pack for Cabo San Lucas in December
Winter-specific items.
Clothing
- ●Lightweight long-sleeve shirts
- ●Shorts and skirts
- ●Swimsuit
- ●A light jacket or sweater
- ●Casual evening wear
Beach Gear
- ●Reef-safe sunscreen
- ●Wide-brimmed hat
- ●Sunglasses
- ●Beach towel
- ●Water shoes
Electronics
- ●Portable power bank
- ●Waterproof phone case
Health & Safety
- ●Insect repellent
- ●Basic first-aid kit
- ●Hand sanitizer
Documents & Money
- ●Passport
- ●Mexican Pesos (MXN)
- ●Credit/Debit Cards
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