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Santa Cruz Weather in August
August in Santa Cruz typically sees daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 18°C (64°F). Minimal rainfall is typical for this month.
Rainfall in Santa Cruz in August
Expect around 3 days of rain based on historical data, with 7.6 mm (0.3 in) average. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.
Temperature in Santa Cruz in August
August in Santa Cruz is generally excellent, with days reaching 23°C (73°F) and nights settling around 18°C (64°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 18°C (64°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. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.
Sunshine in Santa Cruz in August
There are approximately 255 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Santa Cruz Temperature in August
Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
9%
Precipitation
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
3 days
Humidity
89% *
Sunshine
255 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
60% *
* Data from: Cabo Carvoeiro, Portugal (25 KM, 15 Miles).
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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).
What to Wear in Santa Cruz in August
For Santa Cruz in August, 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Santa Cruz in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque9/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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