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cabo Fish seasons

Sport fishing in San José del Cabo is world-renowned for its diverse fish species, and the catch can vary depending on the time of year. Here's a breakdown of the common sport fish varieties you can expect, month by month:

April - June
  • Striped Marlin: Remains strong, particularly in April.

  • Yellowfin Tuna: Starting to pick up by June.

  • Dorado (Mahi-Mahi): Increasing presence, especially in June.

  • Sailfish: Begins to appear in June.

  • Wahoo: More common toward June.

  • Roosterfish: Excellent inshore fishing for Roosterfish in these months.

  • Jack Crevalle & Snapper: Continue to be solid options for inshore fishing.

January - March
  • Striped Marlin: Prime season, with many available.

  • Yellowfin Tuna: Can be found, but less common.

  • Dorado (Mahi-Mahi): Sporadic catches as it’s not peak season.

  • Sierra Mackerel: Abundant during these months.

  • Snapper & Grouper: Good bottom fishing season.

  • Wahoo: Occasionally found.

  • Blue & Black Marlin: Peak season for these large marlins.

  • Striped Marlin: Still present, but less dominant.

  • Yellowfin Tuna: Excellent fishing, especially for larger sizes.

  • Dorado (Mahi-Mahi): Peak season, abundant and large.

  • Wahoo: Common, particularly in July and August.

  • Sailfish: Strong presence, especially in September.

  • Roosterfish: Remains good for inshore fishing.

July - September
October - december
  • Striped Marlin: Makes a comeback toward the end of the year.

  • Blue & Black Marlin: Still strong in October and early November.

  • Yellowfin Tuna: Some of the best action of the year, particularly in October.

  • Dorado (Mahi-Mahi): Remains excellent, though tapers off by December.

  • Wahoo: Peak season in October and November.

  • Sailfish: Can be found, especially in October.