Santa Cruz Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Santa Cruz varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to mild.
It receives mid-range precipitation levels.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Santa Cruz experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 14°C during these months. 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 507 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives moderate rainfall, averaging 78 mm of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 10 mm over 2 rainy days. 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
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Santa Cruz varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.9 hours of daily sun in August, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in December, with about 5.1 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 18°C in January to 23°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Santa Cruz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 73%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s in May, June, July, August and September to 2 m/s in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain partly cloudy and no rainForecast for Santa Cruz
6 m/s
7 m/s
7 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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During the months of June, July, August, September, October and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
August has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 78 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 10 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 238 hours of sunshine.
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