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Santa Cruz Weather in September

September in Santa Cruz typically sees daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F). Minimal rainfall is typical for this month.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in September

On average, there are about a single day with rain during this month, averaging 4.5 mm (0.2 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be a moderate shower rather than anything heavy.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in September

The temperature in Santa Cruz in September is perfect. Daytime highs reach 20°C (68°F), with nights dropping to 12°C (54°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Santa Cruz.

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Santa Cruz Temperature in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 4.5 mm (0.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  

Best Places in the United States of America in September

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in September →

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Santa Cruz in September

Pleasant temperatures in September mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.

What To Do in Santa Cruz in September

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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