Santa Cruz Weather in July

Santa Cruz in July averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night. This is the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in July

The month is known for having the least rain of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Typically, about 2 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 10 mm (0.4 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in July

July tends to be one of the perfect months in Santa Cruz, with 24°C (75°F) in the afternoon and 19°C (66°F) overnight. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. At 19°C (66°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Santa Cruz in July

Enjoy a sunny month with about 233 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Santa Cruz even more beautiful.

Wind Speed in Santa Cruz in July

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during July. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

Average water temperature in July

At 21°C (70°F), the water is pleasant for swimming. Most people find this range ideal — cool enough to be refreshing, warm enough to stay in comfortably.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Santa Cruz Temperature in July

Min Temperature 19°C (66°F)  

Max Temperature 24°C (75°F)  

Water Temperature 21°C (70°F) *  

Chance of Rain 8%  

Precipitation 10 mm (0.4 in)  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Windspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  

Sunshine 233 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (2 KM, 1 Miles).

What to Wear in Santa Cruz in July

For Santa Cruz in July, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 21°C (70°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Santa Cruz in July

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Portugal, check out our Santa Cruz's climate page.

More climate data for Santa Cruz

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