Cabo San Lucas in May
Good time to visit
Crowds thin out and prices drop, but temperatures climb noticeably. Good value month if you can handle increasing heat.
Weather
May heats up significantly with temperatures pushing into the mid-80s most days. Humidity starts creeping up, though it's still manageable. The first scattered showers might appear toward month's end.
32°C high20°C low2 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$120/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Cinco de Mayo celebrations
- •Marlin fishing tournaments begin
May Tips
- •Shoulder season pricing kicks in - save 30-40% on hotels
- •Pack sunscreen and stay hydrated - the sun gets intense
- •Afternoons can be hot, plan indoor activities between 1-4pm
All Months
November through April delivers perfect weather – sunny days in the 80s, cool nights in the 60s. But this is also peak season, so hotels cost double and restaurants stay packed.
May through October brings heat and humidity that'll knock you flat. Temperatures hit the 90s regularly and afternoon thunderstorms roll in. But hotel rates drop 50% and you'll have beaches mostly to yourself.
Avoid March if you hate crowds. Spring break turns Cabo into a frat party with $15 beers and lines everywhere. College kids have every right to be here, but know what you're signing up for.
Cabo San Lucas Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
9/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
4/10
Luxury
9/10
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