San Marcos, Baja California Sur

Island Small coastal town on Baja California Sur peninsula

Small settlement in Baja California Sur used as a gateway to Gulf of California fishing, off-road desert drives and remote bays rather than developed tourist infrastructure.

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San Marcos, Baja California Sur
San Marcos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
27.2222, -112.0694
No official hours (town)
Free (village/town)

How to Get to San Marcos, Baja California Sur #

Reachable by road along Baja California Sur’s network of highways; distances from major centers vary-use local maps and plan fuel stops. Public transport is limited; private vehicle or arranged transfer recommended.

Tips for Visiting San Marcos, Baja California Sur #

  • If planning a long stay, arrange supplies in the regional centers-services in remote Baja towns are limited.
  • Check road conditions: parts of Baja California Sur are remote and require careful navigation, especially in rainy season.
  • Ask locals about fishing or hiking spots nearby-locals often know the best, least-traveled places.

Best Time to Visit San Marcos, Baja California Sur #

Best in winter and spring for comfortable temperatures and clearer roads.

Winter
November-March · 15-25°C
Mild temperatures and generally clear skies-comfortable for travel.
Spring/Fall
April-May; September-October · 18-30°C
Warmer but still pleasant; fewer tourists than in winter.
Summer
June-August · 25-35°C
Hotter and more humid; some services may be limited.

Weather & Climate near San Marcos, Baja California Sur #

Climate

San Marcos, Baja California Sur's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 21°

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 26°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 32°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is hot with highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 33°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the hottest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 25°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 34°

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is hot with highs of 34°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with 49 mm of rain.

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 34°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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