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In Santa Cruz, August brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 25°C (77°F). This month falls within the rainy season, so expect frequent rainfall.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February and December typically offer the best circumstances for Santa Cruz.
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33-year average (1983-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santa Cruz typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Cruz spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Santa Cruz between 1997 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
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