Best time to cruise · Shoulder season
Mexican Riviera & Baja cruises in June
Heat and humidity build in Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán, while Cabo stays dry but very hot. Summer rains usually begin late in the month along the mainland coast. Families fill short Baja sailings, and fewer 7-night sailings run as some ships head to Alaska.
- Shoulder season
- Avg high 87°F
- 14 hrs daylight
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Mexican Riviera & Baja in June: Shoulder season
Heat and humidity build in Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán, while Cabo stays dry but very hot. Summer rains usually begin late in the month along the mainland coast. Families fill short Baja sailings, and fewer 7-night sailings run as some ships head to Alaska.
Across Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise ports, June brings average highs around 87°F (31°C) and lows near 74°F, with about 3.6 inches of rain over the month and roughly 14 hours of daylight.
- Verdict
- Shoulder season
- Season
- Year-round; best November to April. Whale watching December to March; Pacific hurricane season mid-May to November 30.
- Average high / low
- 87°F / 74°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 3.6 in
- Daylight
- About 14 hours
- Typical cruise length
- 3 to 5 nights for Baja; 7 nights for the Mexican Riviera
What to pack: light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms.
How June compares with the rest of the year
- Jan: Best time to go
- Feb: Best time to go
- Mar: Best time to go
- Apr: Good time to go
- May: Good time to go
- Jun: Shoulder season
- Jul: Shoulder season
- Aug: Shoulder season
- Sep: Shoulder season
- Oct: Good time to go
- Nov: Best time to go
- Dec: Best time to go
- No regular sailings
- Shoulder season
- Good time to go
- Best time to go
Mexican Riviera & Baja weather in June
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 8027 | 8127 | 8228 | 8529 | 8630 | 8731 | 8831 | 8831 | 8731 | 8630 | 8329 | 8027 |
| Low °F (°C) | 6719 | 6619 | 6720 | 6921 | 7122 | 7424 | 7725 | 7826 | 7825 | 7624 | 7222 | 6820 |
| Rain in (mm) | 1.024 | 1.025 | 0.922 | 0.37 | 0.820 | 3.692 | 3.692 | 6.0153 | 6.4163 | 3.794 | 1.025 | 1.025 |
| Daylight (hrs) | 11 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 |
June weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo San Lucas | 86°F | 73°F | 0.4 in | 14 h |
| Puerto Vallarta | 99°F | 80°F | 6.1 in | 13 h |
| Mazatlán | 89°F | 80°F | 1.7 in | 14 h |
| Ensenada | 78°F | 62°F | 2.6 in | 14 h |
| La Paz | 96°F | 76°F | 0.4 in | 14 h |
| Loreto | 95°F | 77°F | 0.8 in | 14 h |
| Catalina Island | 69°F | 62°F | 0.0 in | 14 h |
| Manzanillo | 89°F | 80°F | 4.8 in | 13 h |
| Huatulco | 93°F | 80°F | 8.3 in | 13 h |
| Zihuatanejo & Ixtapa | 91°F | 81°F | 8.5 in | 13 h |
| Acapulco | 91°F | 80°F | 9.9 in | 13 h |
| Los Angeles | 69°F | 62°F | 0.0 in | 14 h |
Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.
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Mexican Riviera & Baja in June: FAQs
Is June a good time to cruise Mexican Riviera & Baja?
It can be, as a shoulder-season month. Heat and humidity build in Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán, while Cabo stays dry but very hot. Summer rains usually begin late in the month along the mainland coast. Families fill short Baja sailings, and fewer 7-night sailings run as some ships head to Alaska.
What is the weather like on a Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise in June?
Across Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise ports, June brings average highs around 87°F (31°C) and lows near 74°F, with about 3.6 inches of rain over the month and roughly 14 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a Mexican Riviera & Baja cruise in June?
Pack light, breathable clothes, swimwear, a sun hat, sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen, plus a light layer for air-conditioned rooms. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.
When is the best time to cruise Mexican Riviera & Baja?
Year-round; best November to April. Whale watching December to March; Pacific hurricane season mid-May to November 30.. The best months are usually January, February, March, November, December.
Where else can I cruise in June?
June is also a top month for Bermuda, Alaska, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean, Eastern Mediterranean & Adriatic.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.