Cabo in November
Whale watching returns, weather is flawless, and rates haven't hit holiday peaks yet.
November is when locals quietly book their own staycations. Highs are 82°F, evenings 64°F, water still warm (80°F), zero rain, and gray whales start arriving mid-month. The week before Thanksgiving is the single best week of the year.
Best for
- Whale watchers (early)
- Couples
- Thanksgiving travelers
- Anyone seeking ideal weather
Not ideal for
- Bargain hunters (rates climb late month)
What's happening in November
- Gray whales begin arriving mid-November
- Día de los Muertos lingers into early November
- Thanksgiving week brings a major US travel surge
- Los Cabos Open of Surf (Cerritos Beach)
Top things to do in Cabo in November
Whale-watching tour (last week of November)
Early-season pods, fewer boats than January-February. Often the highest sighting-to-crowd ratio of the year.
San José del Cabo Art Walk (Thursdays start Nov 7)
First Art Walks of the season are the most relaxed before high-season crowds.
Dinner at Flora Farms or Acre
Cool 64°F evenings make these open-air farm restaurants peak-magic.
Insider tips for November
- November 8-20 is arguably the single best stretch of the year: perfect weather, early whales, pre-Thanksgiving prices.
- Thanksgiving week rates can double. Book by August or travel the week before/after instead.
- Pack layers — afternoon sun is hot, but evening dinner outdoors needs a sweater.
What to pack for Cabo in November
Essentials
- Light layers
- Sweater for evenings
- Closed-toe shoes
Beach
- Wetsuit for snorkeling (water cooling)
- Sunglasses
- Hat
Activities
- Binoculars for whale watching
- Long lens camera
- Seasickness medicine
Cabo in November — FAQs
Is November a good time to visit Cabo?
It's one of the very best months. Flawless weather, returning whales, manageable crowds, and rates that don't peak until Thanksgiving.
Are there whales in Cabo in November?
Gray whales begin arriving in the second half of November. By late November, daily whale-watching tours are running with consistent sightings.
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