Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Cruz is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1012mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 209mm of rainfall. Santa Cruz is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.
Temperature
Santa Cruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 33°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Santa Cruz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1012mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 209mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3mm. That's 207mm less than October, 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.
Wind
Santa Cruz is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap 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 19km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Santa Cruz, which began on March 20, 2026. Santa Cruz is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 19 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 192mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 20 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 342mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 19 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 458mm across the season with a monthly average of 153mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Santa Cruz is during January, February, March, July, August, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 36mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
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.
