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San Jose del Cabo in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in San Jose del Cabo in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for San Jose del Cabo, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in San Jose del Cabo in December 2025

Great Weather
Warm
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Cloudy
December is an ideal time to visit San Jose del Cabo if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +79°F and about 12 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 11 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
17 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Jose del Cabo has great weather in December.

Average temperature in San Jose del Cabo in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in San Jose del Cabo for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +88°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +82°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +81°F.

Is San Jose del Cabo warm or cold in December?

San Jose del Cabo is typically warm in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +84°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +70°F to +64°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in San Jose del Cabo, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in San Jose del Cabo in December

San Jose del Cabo weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+84°F+79°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+54°F+48°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+93°F+93°F
Rainfall
16 mm11 mm13 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
66%66%65%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
151212
Cloudy days
121716
Rainy days
333
Snowy days
000

December weather is still as great as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +84°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +79°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 16 mm to 11 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 66%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 15 sunny days in November to 12 in December.

January brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in San Jose del Cabo in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in San Jose del Cabo is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last December in San Jose del Cabo?

This is the weather in San Jose del Cabo in December 2024:
1 December
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+80°F
2 December
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+80°F
3 December
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+83°F
4 December
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+85°F
5 December
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+85°F
6 December
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+86°F
7 December
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+87°F
8 December
☀️
+85°F
9 December
☀️
+85°F
10 December
☀️
+85°F
11 December
☀️
+83°F
12 December
☁️
+83°F
13 December
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+83°F
14 December
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+84°F
15 December
☀️
+84°F
16 December
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+84°F
17 December
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+85°F
18 December
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+88°F
19 December
☀️
+83°F
20 December
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+82°F
21 December
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+84°F
22 December
☁️
+81°F
23 December
☁️
+81°F
24 December
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+78°F
25 December
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+75°F
26 December
☁️
+78°F
27 December
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+80°F
28 December
☀️
+79°F
29 December
☀️
+81°F
30 December
☀️
+82°F
31 December
☁️
+80°F
In December 2024 San Jose del Cabo had 19 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 64%, with a maximum of 89% and a minimum of 13%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how San Jose del Cabo climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in San Jose del Cabo in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+82°F) and the highest in 2017 (+89°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 59 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 560 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Jose del Cabo in December:

Is December a good time to visit San Jose del Cabo?

Yes, December is a great time to go to San Jose del Cabo, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit San Jose del Cabo.

Can you sunbathe in San Jose del Cabo in December?

December is warm in San Jose del Cabo. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is San Jose del Cabo rainy in December?

San Jose del Cabo is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in San Jose del Cabo in December?

The amount of sunny days in San Jose del Cabo during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Mexico

Check out the weather for other cities in Mexico.

Monthly weather in San Jose del Cabo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Jose del Cabo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.