Mexico, North America

Los Cabos in April

Whale season winds down by mid month. Semana Santa brings a surge of Mexican holiday travelers; the rest of the month is excellent.

GoodDry, highs near 85F (29C)

Cabo San Lucas arch, Los Cabos — Los CabosPhoto: Serge Freeman, CC BY-SA 3.0

The straight answer

April is a good month to visit Los Cabos. Whale season winds down by mid month. Semana Santa brings a surge of Mexican holiday travelers; the rest of the month is excellent.

Weather: Dry, highs near 85F (29C)
Crowds: 4 of 5
Prices: 4 of 5

What April is like in Los Cabos

April is dry and warm, with highs near 85F (29C) and still-comfortable nights. Whale season winds down by mid month, so early April is your last reliable chance. Semana Santa, the week before Easter, brings a wave of Mexican holiday travelers and higher rates. Outside that week, the month is excellent and a bit less crowded than March.

April suits families on spring break who want warm, dry weather and a last shot at whales. It is also great for beach and pool time as the air warms. If whales are your main reason to go, come in February instead. If you want even lower prices, May is the quiet value month.

Make the most of April

What is especially good about Los Cabos this month.

Final whale sightings

The first half of April still has whales on their way north. Book early in your trip in case sightings thin out.

Warm beach days

Highs in the mid 80sF (about 29C) with no rain make this a great month for long days at Medano Beach or a protected Corridor bay.

Art Walk evenings

The Thursday gallery walk in San Jose del Cabo is still running, and warm evenings make it easy to linger over dinner afterwards.

What to pack for April

High-SPF reef-safe sunscreen
A sun hat and polarized sunglasses
A rash guard for snorkeling
Water shoes for rocky entries at snorkel coves

Our timing tip

Check when Semana Santa falls this year, since it moves with Easter, and book the week after it for lower rates and calmer beaches.

Book Los Cabos for April.

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What's on in April

Whale season

Mid December to mid April, peaking January through March

Humpbacks and gray whales migrate past the cape. The single best reason to come in winter.

Things to do in Los Cabos

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The Arch at Land's End

Take a water taxi or glass-bottom boat from the marina past El Arco and the sea lion colony. Mornings are calmer and less crowded.

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Whale watching

Mid December to mid April. Go with a licensed operator; smaller boats and early departures give the best encounters.

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Cabo Pulmo National Park

A long day trip or overnight up the East Cape. Snorkel from shore or dive with a local operator; access is regulated to protect the reef.

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Snorkeling at Chileno and Santa Maria bays

Two of the few calm, swimmable, protected bays on the Corridor. Arrive before 10am for parking and clear water.

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San Jose del Cabo Art Walk

Thursday evenings in the gallery district, running roughly November through June. The best night out that is not in a bar.

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Todos Santos

An hour north on the Pacific side: galleries, surf beaches, and a slower pace. Pair it with lunch and a sunset drive back.

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Beat the crowds

Aim for late January through early March, skipping the first week of January and the middle weeks of March when US spring break peaks.
Base in San Jose del Cabo instead of Cabo San Lucas for quieter streets, and drive in for the marina and boat trips.
Book boat trips to the Arch and whale tours for the first departure of the day, when water is flatter and the marina is not yet a traffic jam.
May and early June are the value secret: dry, warm, emptier, and before the hurricane-season discount crowd arrives in late summer.

Know before you go

September and early October: a noticeable number of restaurants and some smaller hotels close for maintenance or staff vacation. The big resorts stay open.
Hurricane season runs mid May through November, peaking August to early October. Storms can close the airport and cut power for days; always check refund terms.
Whale-watching tours only operate during the official season, roughly mid December to mid April. Outside that window, the whales are gone.
Many Pacific-side beaches are closed to swimming by red flags year-round due to rip currents. Swim only where locals and lifeguards do.

Los Cabos in April, quick answers

Is April a good time to visit Los Cabos?

April is a good month to visit Los Cabos. Whale season winds down by mid month. Semana Santa brings a surge of Mexican holiday travelers; the rest of the month is excellent.

What is the weather like in Los Cabos in April?

Dry, highs near 85F (29C).

Is Los Cabos crowded in April?

Los Cabos is busy in April, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.

What is happening in Los Cabos in April?

Whale season (mid december to mid april, peaking january through march).