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Santa Cruz in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Santa Cruz in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Santa Cruz, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Santa Cruz in October 2024

Good Weather
Hot
☁️
Cloudy
Are you considering a trip to Santa Cruz in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +88°F and about 5 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 6 rainy days and 69 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
69 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
20 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santa Cruz has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Santa Cruz in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santa Cruz for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +95°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +88°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +84°F.

Is Santa Cruz warm or cold in October?

Santa Cruz is typically hot in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +68°F to +70°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

October is one of the warmest months in Santa Cruz, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Santa Cruz in October

Santa Cruz weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+86°F+88°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+48°F+55°F+54°F
Max. temperature
+102°F+102°F+104°F
Rainfall
42 mm69 mm113 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
61%68%71%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1009 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
1054
Cloudy days
162019
Rainy days
467
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +86°F to +88°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 42 mm to 69 mm. Humidity rises from 61% to 68%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in September to 5 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Santa Cruz in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Santa Cruz is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 9 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Santa Cruz based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 69 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during October, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Santa Cruz wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 168 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 34 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Santa Cruz?

This is the weather in Santa Cruz in October 2023:
1 October
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+88°F
2 October
☁️
+91°F
3 October
☁️
+90°F
4 October
☁️
+93°F
5 October
☁️
+90°F
6 October
☁️
+83°F
7 October
☁️
+86°F
8 October
☀️
+88°F
9 October
🌫️
+82°F
10 October
☁️
+75°F
11 October
☁️
+73°F
12 October
☁️
+77°F
13 October
☁️
+84°F
14 October
☁️
+83°F
15 October
☁️
+91°F
16 October
☁️
+91°F
17 October
☁️
+92°F
18 October
☁️
+82°F
19 October
☁️
+86°F
20 October
☁️
+91°F
21 October
☁️
+82°F
22 October
☁️
+87°F
23 October
☁️
+91°F
24 October
☀️
+95°F
25 October
☀️
+95°F
26 October
☁️
+94°F
27 October
☁️
+86°F
28 October
☁️
+91°F
29 October
☁️
+91°F
30 October
☁️
+89°F
31 October
⛈️
+84°F
In October 2023 Santa Cruz had 4 sunny days, 25 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 26%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Santa Cruz climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Santa Cruz in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+85°F) and the highest in 2020 (+94°F). The driest year was 2010 with only 26 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 178 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santa Cruz in October:

Is October a good time to visit Santa Cruz?

October is a really good time to go to Santa Cruz. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Santa Cruz.

Can you sunbathe in Santa Cruz in October?

Absolutely, October is hot in Santa Cruz. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Santa Cruz rainy in October?

Santa Cruz is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Santa Cruz in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Santa Cruz in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Santa Cruz

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santa Cruz, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.