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Santa Cruz Climate by Month

Santa Cruz maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Santa Cruz remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in February to a comfortable 26°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 19°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Santa Cruz has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1198 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Santa Cruz shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 193 mm of precipitation over 22 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 44 mm of rainfall over 12 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Santa Cruz offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between January (7.5 hours daily) and November (5.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Vitória, Brazil (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Vitória, Brazil (44 KM, 27 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Santa Cruz in Brazil

The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July and August.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Santa Cruz?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Santa Cruz?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Santa Cruz?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Santa Cruz?
    November tops the wettest month list with 193 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Santa Cruz?
    June is the driest month with 44 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Santa Cruz?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 225 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Santa Cruz

    Thu   Dec 12
    28°C | 21°C
    S 18 km/h
    1.1 mm
    broken clouds and slight rain

    broken clouds and slight rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    28°C | 21°C
    SE 18 km/h
    1 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    31°C | 22°C
    NE 22 km/h
    2.1 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain