Santa Cruz in October
8.2out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very dry: about 1 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
1Rainy days (3 mm)
12:08 hDaylight
05:05Sunrise · 17:13 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very dry: about 1 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in October is fairly consistent from year to year (0.8 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 23°C | 32 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
| February | 32°C | 23°C | 40 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 32°C | 23°C | 61 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 31°C | 23°C | 62 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| May | 31°C | 22°C | 39 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 29°C | 21°C | 29 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 29°C | 20°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| August | 30°C | 20°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.6 |
| September | 31°C | 21°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.4 |
| October | 32°C | 21°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 32°C | 22°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.1 |
| December | 32°C | 22°C | 10 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Santa Cruz in October?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Santa Cruz?
The best months are August, July, September, June.