Climate Insights for Santa Cruz

The climate in Santa Cruz is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 378mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 91mm of rainfall. Santa Cruz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Santa Cruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 33°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Santa Cruz is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 378mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 32mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 91mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 3mm. That's 88mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Santa Cruz is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 23km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Santa Cruz, which began on March 20, 2026. Santa Cruz sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 20°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.

The best time to visit Santa Cruz is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Cruz based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.