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Cabo in October
Cabo in October: 89°F highs, 70°F lows, tapering showers, mostly done by mid-month · crowds stay low through mid-october — you'll claim beach chairs at chileno without a fight and snag dinner reservations the same day. Crowds, hotel prices, when to book, and what's worth doing.
October sits in the back half of hurricane season — rain tapers, the threat lingers, and crowds stay scarce until late in the month when the Bisbee's Black & Blue marlin tournament fills marina hotels with anglers chasing million-dollar purses. Highs push 89°F, water hovers near 80°F (still warm for snorkeling), and you'll find low-season pricing with fewer resort closures than August or September. Book flexible, carry insurance, and if storms stay away you'll have warm water, empty beaches, and shoulder-season deals before the winter rush.
Updated September 2026
Temperature
89°F highs, 70°F lows — hot sun, cooling at night, still summer heat but easing
Wind
Calm most days; occasional gusts if a tropical system passes offshore
Rain
Tapering showers, mostly done by mid-month; hurricane risk persists all October but drops as the month goes on
Crowds & prices
Crowds stay low through mid-October — you'll claim beach chairs at Chileno without a fight and snag dinner reservations the same day. The Bisbee's Black & Blue tournament (late October) packs marina-adjacent hotels with fishing crews and spectators, spiking rates briefly in Cabo San Lucas; the Corridor and San José stay quiet. Pricing sits in the $$ low-season band: resort deals linger, flights drop, and you'll see 30–40% off winter rack rates if you hunt.
When to book
Book 1–2 months out for flights and hotels — October sits in low season, so inventory is loose. If you're targeting Bisbee's week or the Los Cabos Open of Surf, book marina-area hotels 2–3 months ahead; otherwise last-minute deals are common. Buy travel insurance and confirm flexible cancellation — hurricane season runs through November 30.
Our getting-there guide covers flights to Cabo plus a cheapest-fare-by-month table to sanity-check October flight prices.
What to do
What October is made for.
On the calendar
- Bisbee's Los Cabos Black & Blue marlin tournament (late October)
- Los Cabos Open of Surf
Pack for October
- Sunscreen and a hat — 89°F highs, strong sun, low humidity
- Light rain jacket or packable poncho for lingering afternoon showers
- Reef-safe sunscreen for snorkeling (warm water, good visibility)
- Cash in pesos for better prices outside resort zones
- Backup plan or downloaded entertainment if a storm keeps you indoors a day
Know before you go
- Buy travel insurance and book flexible rates — hurricane season runs through November 30, and October still sees tropical systems
- If Bisbee's week matters, book Cabo San Lucas marina hotels 2–3 months out; otherwise wait and snag last-minute deals
- Snorkel Chileno or Santa María early in the month while water is warmest and crowds haven't returned
- La Paz whale shark tours open in October but early-month sightings can be hit-or-miss; mid-to-late October improves odds
- Avoid Pacific beaches for swimming (Solmar, Divorce Beach) — rip currents don't care that it's low season; stick to Medano, Chileno, Palmilla
- Check resort websites for fall deals — some properties offer 30–40% off and throw in resort credits to fill October inventory
- If a storm threatens, SJD flights fill fast with evacuees and rebookers; build in buffer days and monitor forecasts starting five days out
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