Climate Overview
The climate in Santa Cruz is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2939mm of precipitation falls per year. Santa Cruz receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. 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 23°C.
Temperature
Santa Cruz has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Santa Cruz is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2939mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 245mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 598mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 34mm. That's 564mm less than July, 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 relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Santa Cruz, which began on June 21, 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 23°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 393mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1553mm across the season with a monthly average of 518mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 851mm across the season with a monthly average of 284mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 23 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 141mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
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.
