Santa Cruz (CA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Santa Cruz is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The temperature in Santa Cruz remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently pleasant climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C in September. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 5°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Santa Cruz has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 627 mm of rainfall annually. Santa Cruz can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 138 mm of precipitation over 12 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.4 mm of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Santa Cruz Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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The best time of year to visit Santa Cruz in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:Yes, the months of May, June, July, August and September are very dry.
September has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 138 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
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